Reporting Bullying
At The Courtyard, we believe that everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, and happy at school. We have a zero-tolerance approach to bullying in any form, including verbal, physical, online (cyberbullying), or emotional bullying.
If you or someone you know is being bullied or feels unsafe, please tell us right away. Every report is taken seriously and dealt with quickly, confidentially, and with care.
How to Report Bullying
You can report bullying in whichever way feels most comfortable for you:
1. Talk to a Member of Staff
You can talk directly to any adult at school that you trust. This could be:
Your Tutor or Class Teacher
A Teaching Assistant (TA)
A member of the Safeguarding Team
2. Speak to Our Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
If you have urgent concerns about safety or well-being, you can contact our Designated Safeguarding Lead, Ms Norman directly in person or by:
Out of school hours phone: 07940765483
3. Submit a Report Online
If you prefer not to talk face-to-face right away, you can use our secure online contact form HERE
What Happens After You Report Bullying?
We Listen: A trusted staff member will sit down with you in a quiet, safe space to listen to what happened.
We Take Action: We will investigate carefully and sensitively, keeping you informed at every step.
We Offer Support: We provide ongoing support for anyone who has experienced bullying, as well as support to help students understand and change hurtful behaviours.
We Involve Parents/Carers: Where appropriate, we work closely with families to ensure everyone feels supported and safe.
External & Confidential Support
If you need to talk to someone outside of school hours or feel you cannot speak to a staff member right now, these free, confidential services are always available:
Childline: Call 0800 1111 (Free, 24/7) or visit childline.org.uk
Kidscape: Guidance for young people and parents at kidscape.org.uk
NSPCC: Call 0808 800 5000 or email
help@nspcc.org.uk
