“Bullying is both behaviour and impact; the impact is on a person’s capacity to feel in control of themselves. This is what we term as their sense of ‘agency’.
Bullying takes place in the context of relationships; it is behaviour that can make people feel hurt, threatened, frightened and left out.
This behaviour happens face to face and online”. (respectme, 2015)
We have, and will continue to work as a staff, and with families and learners to create and maintain a culture where bullying is seen as unacceptable, and where instances are found to exist, is addressed quickly.
Bullying should never be seen as a typical part of growing up.
At Deerpark Primary School we understand that positive relationships and behaviour are key to all learning.
As a staff, we recognise that children achieve best when they learn in a safe, nurturing and structured environment where high standards are expected, demonstrated and maintained.
Deerpark Primary School’s Pupil Council have been working with learners across the school to create a child friendly anti-bullying policy.
They have consulted with learners and created 2 final options.
The Pupil Council are now seeking the views of learners, staff, and families to pick a final policy.
The final policy will be displayed in each class to support learners understand what bullying is and what to do if they are being bullied or know someone else who is being bullied.
Please see policies below and also the link to Microsoft Form.
At Deerpark Primary School we understand that“Bullying is both behaviour and impact; the impact is on a person’s capacity to feel in control of themselves. This is what we term as their sense of ‘agency’.
Primary 7 proudly showing off their leavers hoodies which were kindly purchased by our parent council.
