“The repetitive, intentional hurting of one person or group by another person or group, where the relationship involves an imbalance of power. Bullying can be physical, verbal or psychological. It can happen face-to-face or online.”
ANTI-BULLYING ALLIANCE: Definition of bullying
Learning to understand and manage conflict is an important part of growing up. Bullying is not simply a ‘falling out’. Research shows that experiencing bullying can have a significant impact on a young person’s life well into adulthood.
The Waddesdon Way
To ensure we work to prevent bullying, act quickly when it takes place and avoid misidentifying bullying at Waddesdon, we share with students this simplified definition of bullying,
STOP
Several
Times
On
Purpose
Our student body provides support and guidance in a range of ways so students who encounter bullying can feel heard and supported:
Students who have concerns about bullying can also email: safe@waddesdonschool.com
What is bullying: a short video from the Anti-Bullying Alliance