1. The effects of bullying

Stopping violence and ensuring immediate physical safety is obviously a school's priority but emotional bullying can be more damaging than physical. In July 2017, the DfE (Department for Education) published the following:

"Bullying, especially if left unaddressed, can have a devastating effect on individuals. It can be a barrier to their learning and have serious consequences for their mental health. Bullying which takes place at school does not only affect an individual during childhood but can have a lasting effect on their lives well into adulthood."

The effects of bullying on pupils and their families can be profound and long lasting. Potential outcomes of bullying are known to include: -