Anti-Bullying Week at Primary

This week, our Primary students are proud to participate in Anti-Bullying Week, a dedicated time to raise awareness and promote kindness among our students. This initiative aims to empower our young learners to stand up against bullying, fostering a safe and respectful environment where every child feels valued. We believe that by addressing these critical issues, we can cultivate a culture of compassion and support, aligning perfectly with Britannica's core values of excellence, respect, responsibility, integrity, and compassion.

During this week, we have planned various activities to engage students and encourage meaningful discussions about bullying and its impact. In KS2, we focused on understanding bullying and our responsibilities in addressing it. In Year 5, students reflected on the importance of not being ‘bystanders’ and discussed how to maintain a ‘Kind’ school, a theme emphasized in a recent assembly. They created ‘Anti-bullying’ posters and emblems that are now proudly displayed in the Year 5 corridor.

Additionally, students participated in a creative project where they drew their own hands to symbolise their commitment to "reach out" to one another, incorporating words, school values, and illustrations that highlighted strategies for combating bullying. This exercise fostered a sense of connection and support among peers.

In Year 3, we dedicated our weekly PSHE lesson to understanding what bullying is and how to stand against it, emphasizing respect and compassion. Through roleplay, we practiced how to help someone being bullied and created a class display of “Odd-Socks” with inspirational messages to raise awareness for Anti-Bullying Week. The Year 3 students are now equipped to stand up against bullying.

Meanwhile, KS1 participated in an assembly that included a house competition to emphasise support and collaboration among one another.

Anti-Bullying Week serves as an essential reminder of the importance of kindness and respect in our school community. By actively involving our students in these discussions and activities, we are not only addressing the immediate concerns of bullying but also instilling lifelong values of integrity and responsibility.