Bullying

Bullying is unacceptable and is something that can happen in all sections of the community, from school, your neighbourhood or at childcare.   If your child is being bullied at school or at childcare, the school or childcare provider should have policies and procedures in place to support you.

Cheshire East local authority want to better understand how cyber bullying affects young people living in the area. This will help us to plan projects and services to tackle cyber bullying, if it is a problem.

There are also organisations which can help and offer further information and advice if you need it. 

• There is lots of advice and guidance for parents on the Directgov website 
• Kidscape  works UK-wide to provide individuals and organisations with practical skills and resources necessary to keep children safe from harm and works with children and young people under the age of 16, their parents/carers, and those who work with them.  Kidscape offers:
  • A Helpline offering support and advice to parents of bullied children.  The number is 08451 205 204, and advisers are currently available at the following times: Monday - Thursday, 10am to 4pm
  • Booklets, Literature, Posters, Training Guides, Educational Videos on bullying, child protection, and parenting
  • Advice and Research
  • Confidence Building Sessions for children who are bullied

You can also look at our page Anti-Bullying Information in the Schools section of the website for more information.

Other useful information

Beatbullying works with children and young people across the UK to provide them with all important opportunities to make positive and lasting changes to their lives and outlook

Kidsmart is a website for parents and young people relating to safe use of the internet, social networking and IT systems.

An Essential Guide for Parents from BullyingUK gives advice and guidance to Parents and Carers about various types of bullying and coping strategies for the whole family. 

Department of Education Guidance - Preventing and Tackling Bullying - Advice for School Leaders, Staff and Governing Bodies.

The SHARP System stands for School Help Advice Reporting Page system . It is a 24/7, 365 day a year confidential 1st hand, 2nd hand, 3rd hand reporting system for any incidents in school and the local community.

Founded in 2002 by NSPCC and National Children's Bureau, the Anti-Bullying Alliance (ABA) brings together over 130 organisations into one network.

The Education Welfare Service at Cheshire East Council can also offer help and support if school attendance is an issue.