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Information on Bullying

 

 

If you are being bullied you can speak to a member of staff at the school/ college that you attend. 

Staff members have a responsibility to safeguard you.

 

If you don't feel confident speaking to a member of staff you could...

  • write an email or letter to a member of staff explaining what is happening
  • speak with a trusted person
  • contact a support helpline (see information below)

 

If nothing is being done to help you, the following steps can be taken:

  • read the Bullying Policy
  • make a formal complaint
  • speak to a more senior member of staff
  • keep a record of what is happening

For more information please view our  leaflet:

 Havering SENDIASS bullying information leaflet for Young People

 

Bullying can isolate a person, making them feel like they have no one to turn to. It can result in social withdrawal, increasing feelings of loneliness and disconnection from friends and family.  This is why it is important to let someone you trust know what is going on.

Loneliness can make mental health issues worse and make it more challenging to cope with the effects of bullying. 

The Mental Health Foundation have created a booklet with top tips on managing issues related to loneliness . You can access it here:   MHF loneliness booklet top tips

 

 

Support Organisations

 

 

If you would like to access information, advice or support on issues related to bullying you may wish to contact the following organisations:


Anti-Bullying Alliance – Part of the National Children’s Bureau

The Anti-Bullying Alliance offers information, advice and support around all topics related to bullying such as:

  • what to do if you are being bullied
  • types of bullying and support available
  • making a complaint 

 

ChildLine 

This website has lots of resources and information for young people on the following types of bullying:

  • social media bullying
  • homophobic and transphobic bullying
  • discrimination, hate crime & equality
  • faith and religion related bullying
  • racism and racially related bullying
  • disability related bullying
Telephone - 0800 1111

 

YoungMinds 

Young Minds is a UK leading charity committed to improving the emotional wellbeing and mental health of children and young people.

They provide information, advice & support on:

  • feelings & symptoms
  • crisis support
  • conditions
  • looking after yourself
  • bullying
Telephone - 0808 802 5544

 

Family Lives

This service has a wide range of information to support you with aspects of bullying and steps you can take.  They also offer support on:

  • bullying and mental health
  • bullying and suicide
  • social bullying
  • sexting
  • relationships
Telephone - 0800 800 2222