2/ Anti-bullying policy

Schools that participate in the reward must first have an anti-bullying policy in place. ‘Respect for All’ outlines the factors that should be included within a policy. 

In line with this guidance, reward schools have involved the whole school community in developing their policy using consultation and collaboration. 

We have posters displayed around the school explaining our policy, support, and how the law views bullying, and staff refer to our school policy when discussing bullying with pupils, parents and carers. We regularly update staff with professional development opportunities and resources to further their understanding and practice in support of our Anti-Bullying Policy.

For some schools, pupil ambassadors gained feedback from their peers and worked alongside staff and parents and carers. This approach helps to create a policy that is meaningful and understood across the school. It has paved the way for everyday practices to be developed to make the intent of the policy a reality.

For reward schools, their anti-bullying policy is a living document. Care has been taken to involve both pupils and their families in sharing the policy. For example, pupils creating a child-friendly version of the document or parent councils planning its launch. Staff are confident in its implementation. It is regularly referred to and helps to create an accurate expectation of how bullying will be responded to.