Skip to content ↓

Anti-Bullying

We are a telling college

Our core values at Blessed Thomas Holford Catholic College is committed to the protection, support, and care of all members of the college community. We believe that the emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual welfare of the students is paramount. In doing so, we wish to create an atmosphere where students and staff feel safe and secure and where they can enjoy positive and open relationships with each other. Students must also interact with staff and with fellow students without prejudice.

Persistent bullying can severely inhibit a child’s ability to learn effectively. The negative effects of bullying can have an impact on a person for their entire life. This college wishes to promote a secure and happy environment free from threat, harassment and any type of bullying behaviour.

 

Who can you turn to?

Pastoral Leads/Teaching Staff

All members of staff will support and help students who wish to talk about any bullying concerns they may have. You can speak to any member of the Pastoral team, Teaching staff or support staff you feel comfortable speaking to.

Safety Net

If you are concerned about bullying, racist or homophobic language or behaviour you can report a concern using the safety net icon located on your desktop. You can report anything anonymously through this. You or your parents / carers can also use the safety net email address below. You can speak to any trusted adult in school or place your concerns in one of the worry boxes we have around school for example at student services. All matters will be treated confidentially.

Anti-Bullying Ambassadors – Student Council

If you would feel more comfortable speaking to another student for help or advice about a concern you might have about yourself or someone else, you can speak to one of our Anti-Bullying Ambassadors The Anti-Bullying Ambassadors have had extensive training in understanding how being bullied can make you feel, they can listen to any worries you have and point you in the right direction for help.

 

 Bullying is any deliberate, repeated behaviour that physically or emotionally hurts someone

 

Other Strategies

Anti- Bullying is also covered in our Personal Development Lessons and Together for Good Form time.  Students are taught about:

Types of bullying:

Cyber Bullying

Homophobic, Biphobic and Transphobic Bullying

Group Chats and Anti-Bullying

 

We also celebrated Anti Bullying Week in Assemblies and form time in November.

As part of this we invited Stand Against Violence in to speak to our pupils about Bullying to our year 8 and 9 students.

 

Our Anti-bullying Ambassadors/Student Council  also a crucial role in creating a safe and supportive college environment. Their responsibilities typically include:

  • Raising Awareness - Organising events, assemblies, and campaigns to educate students about the effects of bullying and the importance of kindness and inclusion. Using posters, newsletters, and social media to spread anti-bullying messages.
  • Supporting Peers - Providing a listening ear and support for students who are experiencing bullying
  • Creating Safe Spaces - Establishing safe places where students can go if they feel threatened or need a break from bullying – Enrichment clubs
  • Promoting Inclusivity - Organising activities that promote teamwork, respect, and understanding among students. Celebrating diversity and fostering an inclusive school culture – Part of our Personal Development programme.
  • Training and Workshops - Participating in training sessions to stay informed about the best practices for preventing and addressing bullying.
  • Providing feedback to school leadership about bullying trends and areas that need attention – Student Council voice.