This week, we proudly took part in Anti-Bullying Week, an important annual event that reminds us of the role we all play in creating a safe, supportive and positive school community. Every year, the message feels meaningful — but this year’s theme, “Power for Good,” resonated especially strongly with our children and staff.
We began the week with a whole-class assembly, where we explored one fundamental question: What is bullying — and what isn’t it? Together, we discussed how bullying is not just a one-time disagreement or falling out, but behaviour that is hurtful, repetitive, and unfair. We thought carefully about how our actions and words impact others and reflected on the small choices we make every day that help create kindness and respect. Most importantly, we talked about how each one of us can use our Power for Good to help others, speak up, and show empathy.
Throughout the week, each class took part in lessons and activities inspired by this theme. Children created posters, role-played scenarios, shared stories, and discussed how to stand up for themselves and others. These activities encouraged pupils not only to recognise bullying, but also to challenge it in positive and proactive ways.
The theme “Power for Good” was chosen by the Anti-Bullying Alliance, following discussions with teachers and pupils across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. What came through clearly was a desire for a theme that didn’t just raise awareness — but empowered children to take action. Teachers and young people wanted a message that reminded everyone that they can make a difference, no matter how small their act of kindness may seem.