The Vale College

Breaking Free from Bullying

Speak up, seek help and stay safe

A safe and caring school

Bullying has no place in a community built on character, integrity and mutual respect.

A visual about standing against bullying

Recognise it

Bullying can be physical, verbal, social or online. It may involve repeated intimidation, exclusion, hurtful messages or the misuse of power to make another person feel unsafe.

A disagreement between peers is not always bullying, but behaviour that repeatedly harms, humiliates or isolates someone should be taken seriously.

What students should do

  • Move away from immediate danger
  • Do not retaliate or forward harmful messages
  • Save evidence of online behaviour
  • Tell a trusted member of staff or parent
  • Keep speaking until the situation is addressed
  • Support a peer who may be isolated

We respond together

Students and families should report concerns promptly. The school will listen, record what has happened and respond through the appropriate pastoral and disciplinary process.

Read the anti-bullying policy