Anti-Bullying
Report Bullying Now
If you are experiencing or witnessing bullying, you can report it confidentially — please choose whichever option feels safest for you:
- Tell a member of staff — your Form Tutor, Head of Year, or any trusted adult in school
- Speak to pastoral support staff who are trained to help
- Use our online reporting channel on the School Intranet
- Parents/Carers can report concerns directly to pastoral staff by phone or email
We take all reports seriously. Once received, your concern will be investigated sensitively and promptly, with follow-up support offered to keep you safe and supported.
At Fairfield High School, we believe that everyone has the right to feel safe, respected and included. Bullying, whether verbal, physical, online or indirect, is unacceptable in our school community. Our aim is to create a happy and safe environment where pupils can learn, grow and thrive without fear of intimidation or harm.
We work proactively to prevent bullying and to respond effectively when concerns arise.
Cyberbullying Outside of School
- Report: Tell your family and report it to the school. Use social media platforms' report abuse buttons. Most networks and gaming consoles offer anonymous reporting.
- Block: Use social media settings to block the bully, preventing them from contacting you.
- Save Evidence: Keep records of any bullying, such as texts or conversations.
- Do Not Respond: Avoid replying to bullies. Blocking and reporting is more effective.
- Stay Positive: Remember, you are in control.
Resources for PUPILS and Families
- Childline: 0800 1111, www.childline.org.uk
- Anti-Bullying Alliance: www.anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk
- Young Minds: www.youngminds.org.uk
- Off the Record: 0161 355 3553
- Branching Out: 0161 342 7605
- Tameside SCP: www.tamesidescp.org.uk
- The Mix: www.themix.org.uk
- Parent Zone: www.parentzone.org.uk
- Internet Matters: www.internetmatters.org
Advice for Families
Young people may hesitate to report bullying. Here’s how you can help:
- Stay Calm: Thank your child for speaking up and listen without judgement.
- Support: Discuss actions you can take together. Contact the school and arrange a meeting with the form tutor.
- Monitor Online Activity: Encourage safe internet use and report any concerns to the school.
Our Beliefs
- Core Values: Our ethos is based on our core values.
- Rights: Everyone has the right to feel safe and included.
- Respect: All members of our community should treat each other with respect and avoid discriminatory language.
- Support: We support both those who are bullied and their families. We also support those who bully to reflect on their behaviour and make positive changes.
Definition of Bullying
- Verbal Bullying: Repeated negative use of speech to hurt others.
- Indirect Bullying: Non-physical actions intended to hurt, like spreading rumours or cyberbullying.
- Physical Bullying: Repeated negative use of body contact to hurt others.
- Cyberbullying: Repeated negative use of technology to hurt others.
