Bullying

We want all children and young people to be in an environment where they are able to thrive and reach their potential. We know that bullying can have a negative impact on the education and the wider development of many of our children, and we are committed to working with schools and partners to prevent and tackle bullying.

Our Anti-bullying Strategy sets out how we will support schools and settings and our Kent Safeguarding Children's Board Anti-bullying Policy(in development) sets out the framework for partners working together to prevent and tackle bullying.

For parents and carers

If you are worried about a child or young person you know who is being bullied, there are some resources you may find helpful. All these links open in new windows.

Advice from the Department for Children, Schools and Families (DCSF)

• Advice on bullying (adapted from DCSF guidance)

Advice from the Kent Safeguarding Children Board (KSCB)

• Is your child, or the young person you're looking after, being bullied?

Advice from Contact A Family & Parentline Plus

• A guide for dealing with bullying: for parents of disabled children

Advice from Kidscape

• Staying safe on the bus

For children and young people

If you're being bullied, or you're worried about bullying in your school or local area, there are some places you can get more information and help when you need it.

• What is bullying and where can I get help? (KSCB)
• Advice on bullying for children and young people (adapted from DCSF guidance)
• Staying safe on the bus (Kidscape)