Bullying
Anti-Bullying Alliance
- Main Website Link: https://www.anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/tools-information/if-youre-being-bullied
- A coalition of organisations and individuals united against bullying
- Official organisers of Anti-Bullying Week
- Offers helpful tips on what to do if you are being bullied: https://www.anti- bullyingalliance.org.uk/tools-information/all-about-bullying/online-bullying
Bullying UK
- Main Website Link: https://www.bullying.co.uk/advice-for-young-people/
- Offers general advice on bullying and cyberbullying
- Provides helpful articles and advice for young people
Childline
- Main Website Link for information on bullying: https://www.childline.org.uk/info- advice/bullying-abuse-safety/
- Free phone calls: 0800 1111
One-to-one confidential counsellor chat
- Services are available any time, day or night
- Also provides helpful message boards, informational games, and videos
- Main Website Link: https://www.kooth.com/
- A safe, free, and anonymous online support for young people
- Open Monday-Friday 12pm-10pm and Saturday-Sunday 6pm-10pm
- Must make an account to access the website but the username can be anonymous
- The website also has articles, live forums, a daily journal, and the Kooth community.
Kidscape
- Main Website Link: https://www.kidscape.org.uk/
- Runs “ZAP”, a free one-day awareness and assertiveness training workshop on bullying for young people aged 9-16 who have experienced bullying and their parents/carers, and other programmes.
- In light of the COVID-19 Pandemic, Kidscape now offers ZAP Community Online, a FREE one hour workshop for young people aged 9-16 who are dealing with a bullying situation, or have experienced bullying.
- For training dates and additional information, see here: https://www.greenfield.merthyr.sch.uk/media/28703/ZAP-Promo-2-.pdf
- If you wish to register for the workshops, please contact Carole via email at carole@kidscape.org.uk
- Also provides helpful advice for young people on dealing with bullying, cyberbullying, and friendships: https://www.kidscape.org.uk/advice/advice-for-young-people/
Useful resources available for download include:
- A Kidscape log to help young people record and report bullying incidents: https://www.kidscape.org.uk/media/133790/kidscape-log-and-school-contact- record.pdf
- Top tips for children: https://www.kidscape.org.uk/media/133982/top-tips-for- children.pdf
YoungMinds
- Main Website Link: https://youngminds.org.uk/find-help/feelings-and- symptoms/bullying/
- Provides real stories, helpful tips, and advice on what to do if you’re being bullied
- YoungMinds Crisis Messenger service: https://youngminds.org.uk/find-help/get- urgent-help/youngminds-crisis-messenger/
- For urgent help, young people can text YM to 85258; all texts are answered by trained volunteers, with support from experienced clinical supervisors
- Provides free, 24/7 crisis support across the UK
The Mix
- Main Website Link: https://www.themix.org.uk/
- Offers support to young people under age 25
- https://www.themix.org.uk/search/bullying
- Young people can get support in a variety of ways: https://www.themix.org.uk/get- support
- Free helpline (0808 808 4994), open from 4pm to 11pm every day
- Email: https://www.themix.org.uk/get-support/speak-to-our-team/email-us
- Crisis Messenger, which provides free, 24/7 crisis support across the UK – young people aged 25 or under experiencing any painful emotion or crisis can text THEMIX to 85258.
- One to one chat with a trained helpline supporter
- Telephone counselling services: https://www.themix.org.uk/get-support/speak- to-our-team/the-mix-counselling-service
- Discussion boards and group chats
BBC Own It
- Main Website Link: https://www.bbc.com/ownit
- Provides helpful videos and information what to do if you are being bullied:
- Being bullied? Five things you need to do RIGHT NOW: https://www.bbc.com/ownit/its-personal/being-bullied-five-things-you-need-to- do-right-now
- Bystander to Bullying? Five things you need to do RIGHT NOW: https://www.bbc.com/ownit/its-personal/bystander-to-bullying-five-things- now?collection=mental-health-awareness-week
- Has a section on how to deal with online racism: https://www.bbc.com/ownit/curations/online-racism
- Links to several external resources on bullying: https://www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/search?q=bullying
BBC Own It Keyboard and App
- Main Website Link: https://www.bbc.com/ownit/take-control/own-it-app
- Comes with a special, user-friendly keyboard that gives young people helpful tips and friendly advice as they write
- Allows young people to keep a diary of how they’re feeling and why
- Entirely confidential/personal – nothing the young person writes will ever leave the phone (doesn’t provide reports or feedback to anyone else)
- Provides lots of fun quizzes, videos and helpful resources on bullying/cyberbullying and more
- 6 things to do if you’re being bullied by Anti-Bullying Alliance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siFPHXxYCZI&feature=emb_title
- 3 top tips if you think someone is being bullied: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMqLq8iOURE&feature=emb_title
- : https://www.bullying.co.uk/anti-bullying- week/anti-bullying-week-videos/
Early Years (0-5 years)
Books
The following books are recommended by Little Parachute: https://www.littleparachutes.com/category/issues/bullying/
- Tyrannosaurus Drip, by Julia Donaldson and David Roberts
- Available in Redbridge Libraries: https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/client/en_GB/redbridge/search/results?qu=Tyran nosaurus+Drip&te=&lm=REDBRIDGE
- We’re All Wonders, by R.J. Palacio
- Available in Redbridge Libraries: Search Results for all wonders (sirsidynix.net.uk)
- Elmer, by David McKee
- Available in Redbridge Libraries: https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/client/en_GB/redbridge/search/results?qu=Elmer &te=&lm=REDBRIDGE
Videos
- Topsy and Tim Help a Friend | Story Time | Anti Bullying Video (by Toddler Fun Learning): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hhH9NCtaZt8
- Feeling Happy, Feeling Safe (by Kidscape
- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtW1pinZx1FPRijJ5h88qJfhfFmYlnNbI
- Feeling Happy, Feeling Safe is a series for pre-school children to watch with parents, carers or professionals. Each short film is designed to open conversations about emotions and safety, and supplies discussion questions.
- Bully: A Read-along Story about Bullies for Kids (video by PlayKids, book written by Kyle Logan and illustrated by Adilson Farias): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ej1LIIN34SM
Primary school (6-12 years)
Books
- Bullies, Bigmouths and So-Called Friends, by Jenny Alexander
- The following books are recommended by Little Parachute: https://www.littleparachutes.com/category/issues/bullying/
- Insults Aren’t Funny, by Amanda Doering and Simone Shin
- I Feel Bullied, by Jen Green and Mike Gordon
- Bad Girls, by Jacqueline Wilson
o Available in Redbridge Libraries: https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/client/en_GB/redbridge/search/ results?qu=Bad+girls+jacqueline+wilson&te=&lm=REDBRIDGE
Videos
- The Ugly Duckling (by BBC Teach): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wJwfPl4X5-Q
- Ariana’s Story: Being a Bully (by BBC Teach): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_B6ro7M4mZg
Adolescents
Books
The following books are recommended by Anti-Bullying Alliance: https://www.anti- bullyingalliance.org.uk/sites/default/files/field/attachment/Anti-bullying-week_Recommended- reading.pdf
- Lord of the Flies, by William Golding
- Available in Redbridge Libraries: https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/client/en_GB/redbridge/search/results?qu=Lord+of+The+flies &te=&lm=REDBRIDGE
- Hollow Pike, by Juno Dawson
- Noughts and Crosses, by Malorie Blackman
- Available in Redbridge Libraries: https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/client/en_GB/redbridge/search/results?qu=Noughts+and+Crosses+Malorie+Blackman&te=&lm=REDBRIDGE
Videos
- Winners of Anti bullying campaign video – Virus (by PQA Torbay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrTJIp14O-w
- The Truth About Bullying (by CBBC): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzPv9mLBlZI
- Anti-Bullying Week 2019: Change Starts with Us (by Anti-Bullying Alliance): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDWLvRYNQ4U
- Standing up to Bullying ft. Alice and Julia | Voice Box (by Childline): https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=TGfWS- tEyeA&feature=emb_title
- Life After Bullying ft. Dina Tokio | Voice Box (by Chlidline): https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=2&v=KkuJwbHCg4E&feature=emb_tit le
Anti-bullying Alliance:
- Main Website Link: https://www.anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/tools-information/all- about-bullying/online-bullying
- Offers a wide range of resources specifically on cyberbullying, including resource lists available for download:
- What is cyberbullying: https://www.anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/tools- information/all-about-bullying/cyberbullying-0/what-cyberbullying
- Cyberbullying: What is it and how to stop it: https://www.anti- bullyingalliance.org.uk/sites/default/files/field/attachment/hirescyberbullyingno bleed.pdf
Childline
- Provides support specifically on bullying and social media here: https://www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/bullying-abuse-safety/types-bullying/bullying- social-media/
- Offers resources on online and mobile safety here: https://www.childline.org.uk/info- advice/bullying-abuse-safety/online-mobile-safety/, covering topics including:
- Bullying and cyberbullying: https://www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/bullying- abuse-safety/types-bullying/bullying-cyberbullying/
- Staying safe online: https://www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/bullying-abuse- safety/online-mobile-safety/staying-safe-online/
- Mobile phone safety: https://www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/bullying-abuse- safety/online-mobile-safety/mobile-phone-safety/
- Taking care of your digital footprint: https://www.childline.org.uk/info- advice/bullying-abuse-safety/online-mobile-safety/taking-care-your-digital- footprint/
Childnet International:
- Main Website Link: https://www.childnet.com/young-people
- Provides information for children and young people on how to use the internet safely, divided into Primary and Secondary sections:
- Primary (below age 11): https://www.childnet.com/young-people/primary
- Secondary (ages 11-18): https://www.childnet.com/young-people/secondary
- Offers information about mobiles, gaming, downloading, social networking, and much mor
National Bullying Helpline:
- Main Website Link: https://www.nationalbullyinghelpline.co.uk/
- Provides advice on what to do when cyberbullying involves hacking and blackmail: https://www.nationalbullyinghelpline.co.uk/hacking.html
- Also give suggestions for how to report bullying on social media: https://www.nationalbullyinghelpline.co.uk/social-media.html
- Helpline: 0845 22 55 787 (open 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday); 0845 calls are charged at circa 7p per minute plus your Telecom provider’s access charges
UK Safer Internet Centre:
- Main Website Link: https://www.saferinternet.org.uk/
- Has a section dedicated to young people, which includes games, quizzes, films, and advice to help young people get the most out of the internet while staying safe online
- Offers resources from the UK Safer Internet Centre and other organisations, tailored to different age groups:
Child Exploitation and Online Protection command (CEOP):
- Main Website Link: https://www.ceop.police.uk/safety-centre/
- If someone has acted inappropriately online towards you, or someone you know, you can report directly to the (CEOP). It could be sexual or threatening chat, or being asked to do something that makes you feel uncomfortable or someone asking to meet upFile a report here: https://www.ceop.police.uk/CEOP-Reporting/
- 5 things to do if you’re being bullied online (by Anti-Bullying Alliance): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xKljINIUn6Q&feature=e mb_title
- Your cyberbullying stories (by BBC Own It): https://www.bbc.com/ownit/its-personal/your-stories- cyberbullying-and-online-friends?collection=bullying-and- trolling
- Beat the cyberbullies (by BBC Own It): https://www.bbc.com/ownit/dont-panic/stop-speak- support?collection=bullying-and-trolling
- Greg James on online negativity (by BBC Own It): https://www.bbc.com/ownit/the-basics/greg-james-negative-online-comments
Anti-Bullying Alliance:
- Main Website Link: https://www.anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/tools-information/advice- parents
- Interactive anti-bullying information tool for parents and carers, which aims to provide information about bullying in an interactive way: https://www.anti- bullyingalliance.org.uk/tools-information/advice-parents/interactive-anti-bullying- information-tool-parents-and-carers
- A helpful information guide for parents and carers on bullying is available for download here: https://anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/sites/default/files/uploads/attachments/ABW_Secondary_School_Pack_2022_ENG.pdf
Provides information on topics including:
- How can I help my child if they are being bullied?: https://www.anti- bullyingalliance.org.uk/tools-information/advice-parents/how-can-i-help-my- child-if-they-are-being-bullied
- My child has been accused of bullying others: https://www.anti- bullyingalliance.org.uk/tools-information/advice-parents/my-child-has-been- accused-bullying-others
- Spotting the signs that my child is being bullied: https://www.anti- bullyingalliance.org.uk/tools-information/advice-parents/spotting-signs-my- child-being-bullied
Kidscape:
- Main Website Link: https://www.kidscape.org.uk/
- Offers a Parent Advice line: https://www.kidscape.org.uk/advice/parent-advice-line/
- For families facing a bullying situation — call 020 7823 5430 (Mon-Weds from 9:30am to 2:30pm, calls charged at local rate) or alternatively email a parent support adviser on parentsupport@kidscape.org.uk
Provides helpful resources available for download, including:
- Top tips for parents and carers: https://www.kidscape.org.uk/media/133997/top-tips-for-parents-and-carers.pdf
- Grandparent’s Guide to Bullying and Digital Safety: https://www.kidscape.org.uk/media/88469/kidscape_grandparent_guide_web.p df
Bullying UK:
- Main Website Link: https://www.bullying.co.uk/advice-for-parents/
- Provides parents and carers with helpful information on various topics around bullying, including:
- Talking to your child about bullying: https://www.bullying.co.uk/advice-for- parents/how-to-talk-to-your-child-about-bullying/
- What to do about racist bullying: https://www.bullying.co.uk/advice-for- parents/what-to-do-about-racist-bullying/
- Advice if your disabled child is bullied: https://www.bullying.co.uk/advice-for- parents/advice-if-your-disabled-child-is-bullied/
- Talking to your child about bullying, and what to do if your child is being bullied
- Free and confidential helpline: 0808 800 2222
YoungMinds:
- Parents Helpline: https://youngminds.org.uk/find-help/for-parents/parents-helpline/
- Parents can call for free on 0808 802 5544 (Mon-Fri from 9:30am to 4pm) or get in touch via this online form: https://youngminds.org.uk/contact-us/parents- helpline-enquiries/
Family Lives:
- Main Website Link: https://www.familylives.org.uk/about/news-blogs-and- reports/blog/bullying-at-school/
- Provides general advice on what parents can do in response to bullying
- Confidential helpline for support with any aspect of parenting and family life
- Available 9am-9pm Monday – Friday and 10am-3pm Saturday - Sunday: 0808 800 2222
- Email support (aims to respond within 24 hours Monday – Friday):askus@familylives.org.uk
- Family Lives Live Forum: https://www.familylives.org.uk/how-we-can-help/forum- community/
The National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC):
- Main Website Link: https://www.nspcc.org.uk/what-is-child-abuse/types-of- abuse/bullying-and-cyberbullying/#support
- Provides general information on bullying and cyberbullying, covering topics such as:
- Signs of bullying
- Who’s at risk
- Prevent bullying
- If your child has bullied someone
Contact:
- Email: help@nspcc.org.uk
- Telephone: 0808 800 5000 (Open Monday to Friday 8am – 10pm or 9am – 6pm at the weekends. It’s free and you don’t have to say who you are)
- Online form: https://forms.nspcc.org.uk/content/nspcc---report-abuse- form/?_ga=2.57227180.701060312.1592815486-1471061429.1592815486
National Bullying Helpline:
- Main Website Link: https://www.nationalbullyinghelpline.co.uk/kids.html
- Offers advice on bullying and cyberbullying for parents and carers, including “5 steps for parents to take if your child is being bullied at school”
- Helpline: 0845 22 55 787 (open 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday); 0845 calls are charged at circa 7p per minute plus your Telecom provider’s access charges
Redbridge Local Authority Guidance:
- Provides helpful tips on what to do when bullying is very serious: https://find.redbridge.gov.uk/kb5/redbridge/fsd/advice.page?id=1h5Vqqkq9gg
- Advice on bullying (by BBC bitesize): https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zm39382
- 8 tips if your child is bullying others (by Anti-Bullying Alliance): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oHI4woHAMnM&feature=emb_title
- The Effects of Bullying: What Parents Need to Know (by St. Louis Children’s Hospital): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OIJ26dNSuZc
- Dr. Sarah Garwood, an adolescent pediatrician with Washington University at St. Louis Children’s Hospital discusses the signs, effects and prevention of bullying
Anti-Bullying Alliance:
- Main Website Link: https://www.anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/tools-information/advice- parents
- Dedicates a section to cyberbullying, and what parents can do if they are concerned: https://www.anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/tools-information/advice-parents/im-worried- about-cyberbullying
- Provides a list of resources to help parents learn more about and address cyberbullying here: https://www.anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/tools-information/all-about- bullying/cyberbullying-0/information-parents
- Cyberbullying advice: How can the Anti-Bullying Alliance help you? (by Internet Matters, in partnership with Anti-Bullying Alliance): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WVBC_7TA8eU&feature=emb_title
Kidscape:
- In light of COVID-19, Kidscape now offer Online Safety Awareness for Parents and Carers, delivered via Zoom: https://www.kidscape.org.uk/training/online-safety-and- cyberbullying-awareness-for-parents-and-carers/
- Workshops run online for 1.5 hours and aim to equip parents and carers with the knowledge to understand the positives of the digital world and the potential risks associated with keeping children and young people safe online
- During the workshop, parents will learn about the following topics:
- Harmful Content Online, Cyberbullying, Gaming, Livestreaming, Grooming, popular Apps, and much more.
- For more information, please see: https://www.kidscape.org.uk/media/133798/kidscape_a4_training_onlinesafety parents_handout_web.pdf
Child Exploitation and Online Protection command (CEOP):
- Main Website Link: https://www.ceop.police.uk/Safety-Centre/Should-I-make-a-report- to-CEOP-YP/Should-I-make-a-report-to-CEOP-parent/
- Parents who are concerned that their child is being sexually abused or groomed online can file a report here: https://www.ceop.police.uk/CEOP-Reporting/
Internet Matters:
- Main Website Link: https://www.internetmatters.org/issues/cyberbullying/
- Provides information for parents on cyberbullying and related issues, covering topics including:
- Learn About It: https://www.internetmatters.org/issues/cyberbullying/learn- about-it/
- Protect your child: https://www.internetmatters.org/issues/cyberbullying/protect-your-child/
- Deal with it: https://www.internetmatters.org/issues/cyberbullying/deal-with-it/
- Resources: https://www.internetmatters.org/issues/cyberbullying/resources/
- Offers practical guides for parents of children, divided into different age groups, available for download here:
- 6-10 cyberbullying conversation guide: https://www.internetmatters.org/resources/cyberbullying-conversation- starters-guide-6-10-year-olds/
- 11-13 cyberbullying conversation guide: https://www.internetmatters.org/resources/cyberbullying-conversation- starters-guide-11-13-year-olds/
- 14+ cyberbullying conversation guide: https://www.internetmatters.org/resources/cyberbullying-conversation- starters-14year-olds/
- Vulnerable child cyberbullying conversation guide: https://www.internetmatters.org/resources/cyberbullying-conversation- starters-guide-vulnerable-children/
ThinkUKnow:
- Main Website Link: https://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/parents/
- An education programme from the National Crime Agency’s CEOP Command
- Offers a series of video animations for parents to watch together with 4-7 year olds, providing them with knowledge, skills and confidence to help them respond safely to risks they may encounter online: https://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/parents/jessie-and- friends-videos/
- What to do if your child is being cyberbullied (by Internet Matters): https://www.internetmatters.org/wp- content/uploads/2018/07/deal_with_cyberbullying_desktop.pdf
- Cyberbullying: Top tips for parents and carers (by Anti-Bullying Alliance): https://www.anti- bullyingalliance.org.uk/sites/default/files/field/attachment/cyberbullying-tips-for- parents-and-carers-july-14%281%29.pdf
- “Let’s talk about online relationships” A guide for parents and carers (by Anti-Bullying Alliance): https://www.anti- bullyingalliance.org.uk/sites/default/files/field/attachment/sef-aba%281%29.pdf
- Supporting young people online: Information and advice for parents and carers (by Childnet International): https://www.childnet.com/ufiles/Supporting-Young-People- Online.pdf
- What is cyberbullying? – Advice for parents (by Internet Matters): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ynRBxjbIxn4&feature=emb_title
- Cyberbullying advice: A mum shares her experience (by Internet Matters): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cvYzYde_EpY&feature=emb_title
- Mental Health Awareness Week: Dr Linda provides tips to be kind online (by Internet Matters, in partnership with the BBC, featuring Dr. Linda Papadopoulos): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1BqKi3J7g6Q&feature=emb_title
- How to protect children from cyberbullying (by Internet Matters): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SO1j_qH5iOs&feature=emb_title
- How to spot the signs of cyberbullying with Dr Anna Colton (by BBC): https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z43njhv
- Clinical psychologist Dr Anna Colton looks at some of the common signs of cyberbullying and what can be done to help
- Cyberbullying parent guide – Tips to help children deal with it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vogLHYOACyw&feature=emb_title
- Cyberbullying advice: How can the police help you? (by Internet Matters): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=egkOCsiFYho&feature=emb_title
- Cyberbullying advice: How can the school help you? (by Internet Matters): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Q6KYCPJqjU&feature=emb_logo
Combating Bullying Policy - a Framework for Redbridge Schools:
- Main Website Link: https://www.redbridge.gov.uk/media/2182/our-combating- bullying-policy.pdf
- A guide for schools, helping them create their anti-bullying policy
- It explains how schools and organisations should try to help children if they are being bullied
- Ask to see your school’s anti bullying policy, the policy can be stand alone or form part of a behaviour/discipline policy
Mentally Healthy Schools: Provides a wide range of resources for schools and teachers related to bullying
Main Website Link:
https://www.mentallyhealthyschools.org.uk/search?searchTerm=bullying
- Also offers several helpful PDFs for teachers, available for download:
- Five steps to supporting pupils who have experienced cyberbullying: https://www.mentallyhealthyschools.org.uk/media/1875/bullying_pdf_cyberbull ying.pdf
- Tips on working with children who bully: https://www.mentallyhealthyschools.org.uk/media/1876/bullying_pdf_children- who-bully.pdf
The National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC):
- Main Website Link: https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/our- services/working-with-schools/
- NSPCC organise “Speak out Stay safe” assemblies and workshops in primary schools across the UK to give children the knowledge they need to stay safe from harm and to speak out if they’re worried
- Learn more about this here: https://learning.nspcc.org.uk/services/speak-out- stay-safe?_ga=2.91149212.701060312.1592815486-1471061429.1592815486
- In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, NSPCC are offering a virtual “Speak out. Stay safe.” Assembly, featuring special guest appearances from Ant and Dec, David Walliams & Children and Families Minister Vicky Ford MP: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qm0kccbZpYY&feature=youtu.be
Bullying UK:
- Main Website Link: https://www.bullying.co.uk/advice-for-schools/
- Used as a teaching resource in schools and youth organisations
- This section has lots of information for head teachers, teachers, school ancillary workers and youth organisations
Anti-Bullying Alliance:
- Main Website Link: https://www.anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/tools-information/schools- and-teachers
- A coalition of organisations and individuals united against bullying
- Official organisers of Anti-Bullying Week
Offers a wide range of resources for schools and teachers on bullying, including:
- Free CPD online training: https://www.anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/tools- information/schools-and-teachers/free-cpd-online-training
- Top tips for teachers: https://www.anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/tools- information/schools-and-teachers/top-tips-teachers-and-school-staff
- PDF available for download here: https://www.anti- bullyingalliance.org.uk/sites/default/files/field/attachment/Top%20tips% 20for%20teachers%20and%20school%20staff.pdf
- Working with parents and carers: https://www.anti- bullyingalliance.org.uk/tools-information/all-about-bullying/working-parents- and-carers
- PDF available for download here: https://www.anti- bullyingalliance.org.uk/sites/default/files/field/attachment/Working- with-parents-resource-for-schools.pdf
- All Together Programme: https://www.anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/aba-our-work/our- programmes/all-together-whole-school-anti-bullying-programme
- A whole-school anti-bullying programme offered free to schools across England (mainly based online)
- Provides access to the All Together Online Hub, an online platform through which schools are able to audit their current anti-bullying practice and create an anti-bullying action plan that is tailored to their needs
- Provides targeted resources to help tackle bullying
- Learn Equality, Live Equal: https://www.anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/aba-our-work/our- programmes/learn-equality-live-equal
- A free 12 week supportive whole-school programme, enabling schools to find practical solutions to tackling HBT bullying
- Types of support available to schools include: auditing practice, support from an expert advisor
- Training sessions (face-to face and online) offered cover sexual bullying; gender identity and transgender inclusion; engaging with parents and pupils; and more
Kidscape
- RISE workshops: https://www.kidscape.org.uk/kidscape-programmes/rise-transition- support/
- The RISE programme supports children with the move from primary to secondary school
- It includes a two-hour workshop which can either be delivered in Year 6 or at the beginning of Year 7
- Through taking part in a RISE workshop children are supported to: develop a positive sense of self; understand how to manage change; make friends with others and be a good friend; recognise and respond to bullying behaviour; know how to speak up and get help
- Please note: In light of COVID-19, Kidscape staff have availability to deliver the RISE programme as a Train the Trainer programme to school staff (currently through virtual delivery). If you are interested in registering your interest please email rise@kidscape.org.uk
BBC Teach:
- Offers a wide range of resources for teachers to use with pupils of different ages: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/5w7nscs7JM5r7GPvTBjGlDX/anti-bullying- week-resources, including:
- Bullying: The Other Side of the Story: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/4MhHyxqV0RpDGBcMl0Dlkz2/bull ying-the-other-side-of-the-story
- When I Worry About Things: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/5QM6H01X6b3jTQF85GLgbFl/whe n-i-worry-about-things
- CBBC’s anti-bullying clips, guides, and advice: https://www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/curations/anti-bullying-week
APPS
Tootoot app:
- Main Website Link: https://tootoot.co.uk/
- Award-winning pupil voice and safeguarding software used by over 15,000 teachers that has helped 600 schools to date
- Gives students a discrete and confidential way to voice their concerns to their schools about bullying, cyberbullying, and other mental health concerns
- Allows schools to monitor vulnerable student groups and resolve pupil concerns quickly and effectively
- Pricing: A 1-year tootoot license is £400 for primary schools and £500 for secondary schools.
- How can schools respond to a bullying incident? (by Anti-Bullying Alliance): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ainjAAZU8I
- Anti-Bullying Top Tips for Teachers (by Anti-Bullying Alliance): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pzKXRuKNd8Q
- Top tips to stop bullying for teachers (by Anti-Bullying Alliance): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5yL7IES380Q
- Bullying: Through a Teacher’s Eyes (by The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VDy-IWfC4fQ
Antibullying Alliance:
- Main Website Link: https://www.anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/tools-information/all- about-bullying/cyberbullying-0/tools-schools
- Has a section filled with resources from other organisations on how to address and tackle cyberbullying in schools, including:
- Cyberbullying: Advice for headteachers and school staff (by the Department for Education): https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/a ttachment_data/file/374850/Cyberbullying_Advice_for_Headteachers_and_Sch ool_Staff_121114.pdf
- Cyberbullying guidance (by Childnet International): https://www.childnet.com/resources/cyberbullying-guidance-for-schools
- Downloadable teaching resources from the Cybersmile Foundation (divided into different age groups): https://www.cybersmile.org/downloadable_resources/workshops-5-8
- They also provide a free CPD certified online training for anyone that works with children and young people: https://www.anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/all-together- hub/free-cpd-online-training
Kidscape:
- Main Website Link: https://www.kidscape.org.uk/training/online-safety-and- cyberbullying-awareness-for-staff/
- Kidscape’s course on “Online Safety and Cyberbullying Awareness for Staff” has been specifically developed to equip those working with young people with the knowledge and skills to understand how children use the internet and how to respond to the potential risks young people may face online.
- For more information, please see here: https://www.kidscape.org.uk/media/133799/kidscape_a4_training_onlinesafety staff_handout_web.pdf
- To register interest or to learn more about the course, you can email training@kidscape.org.uk, or fill out this training enquiry form: https://www.kidscape.org.uk/training/training-enquiry-form/
Mentally Healthy Schools:
- Provides a wide range of resources for schools and teachers related to cyberbullying: https://www.mentallyhealthyschools.org.uk/search?SearchTerm=cyberbullying, including:
- Five steps to supporting pupils who have experienced cyberbullying: https://www.mentallyhealthyschools.org.uk/media/1875/bullying_pdf_cyberbull ying.pdf
- Internet Safety Toolkit: https://www.mentallyhealthyschools.org.uk/resources/internet-safety-toolkit/?searchTerm=cyberbullying
Bullying is a serious issue, and can be a criminal offence; if you need to report it, here are some organisations you can contact:
National Bullying Helpline:
- Call 0845 22 55 787
- PO Box 1276, Swindon SN25 4UX
- Email admin@nationalbullyinghelpline.co.uk
- Opening hours: 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday
- Link: https://www.nationalbullyinghelpline.co.uk/
Gov.UK:
- Outlines the forms of bullying that are illegal, and should be reported to the police: https://www.gov.uk/bullying-at-school
- For advice on how to report bullying, see here: https://www.gov.uk/bullying-at- school/reporting-bullying
Child Exploitation and Online Protection command (CEOP):
- Main Website Link: https://www.ceop.police.uk/Safety-Centre/Should-I-make-a-report- to-CEOP-YP/
- CEOP helps to keep children safe from sexual abuse and grooming online
- Young people can make a report directly to CEOP if something has happened online which has made them feel unsafe, scared, or worried
- Please note: CEOP are unable to respond to reports about bullying, fake accounts, or account hacking
- A police-funded web site that provides information on what constitutes bullying and harassment
- Offers guidance on how to report bullying and harassment, and how to report a hate crime
- Provides a list of links to useful organisations here: https://www.report- it.org.uk/organisations_that_can_help
Internet Watch Foundation:
- Main Website Link: https://www.iwf.org.uk/
- A non-profit organisation that works internationally to make the internet a safer place by removing child sexual abuse images and videos, and minimising the availability of online sexual abuse content.
- You can anonymously and confidentially report child sexual abuse images and videos and non-photographic child sexual abuse images here: https://report.iwf.org.uk/en