Anti-Bullying Week

This year the Anti-Bullying Alliance chose the theme ‘Reach Out’ for their Anti-Bullying Week. The theme of Reach Out came about following consultation with teachers and pupils across the UK. Teachers and children wanted a theme that empowered them to do something positive to counter the harm and hurt that bullying causes.

All Senior School students participated in Anti-Bullying-themed Tutor Time activities, and Year 8 participated in a special virtual Anti-Bullying workshop with the Loudmouth Theatre Company. Mrs Keeley guided the students through clips and discussions about how we can recognise bullying, the difference between bullying and banter, cyber bullying and being a positive bystander.

In Junior School, Mr Peters ensured that all children understand the definition of bullying and who to speak to if they are worried about anything. Don’t forget to look at the Junior School Safe and Happy page on Firefly which has some useful resources on cyber bullying and staying safe online.

We encourage everyone in our school community to reach out and show each other the support we need.

World Mental Health Day

To mark World Mental Health Day, Charity Club organised a Non-Uniform Day, encouraging everyone to wear something green, and a samosa sale, with all proceeds going towards the Mental Health Foundation and the local African Caribbean Community Initiative (ACCI), who provide support for members of the African and Caribbean Community suffering with their mental health.

We were delighted to invite John Fogarty, a specialist in First Aid Mental Health, to deliver a presentation to every Senior School student. Mrs Rowley, Mrs Keeley, Mrs Abbi and Mrs Young also organised a number of mental health-themed activities for students in the Jenyns library.