Evolution Education Limited
Company Number 14142140
Part of Evolution Sports Group
Purpose
To prevent and respond to bullying so that every student feels safe, respected and able to learn, in line with Independent School Standards, KCSIE and the Equality Act 2010.
Scope
All students, staff and visitors; bullying in person, online or off-site where it affects school life.
Definitions
Bullying is repeated, intentional behaviour that hurts another person physically or emotionally. It may be verbal, physical, relational, sexualised, discriminatory or online (cyberbullying). Child-on-child abuse is managed under safeguarding procedures where thresholds are met.
Responsibilities
- All staff challenge bullying, model respectful behaviour and report concerns.
- The Centre Manager and DSL oversee serious cases and patterns.
- Students are encouraged to report bullying and support peers safely.
- Parents and carers are partners in prevention and resolution.
Procedures
Prevention
High expectations, Personal Development, restorative practice, student voice and supervised social times reduce opportunities for bullying.
Reporting
Students can tell any trusted adult. Staff record concerns promptly. Anonymous reports are taken seriously where possible.
Response
We investigate fairly, support the target, address the behaviour of those responsible, involve parents and commissioners as appropriate, and use restorative approaches alongside clear sanctions. Discriminatory bullying is treated with heightened seriousness. Safeguarding referrals are made where needed.
Recording and review
Incidents are logged, patterns analysed and practice improved.
Monitoring
The Leadership Team monitors implementation through learning walks, safeguarding reviews, incident analysis, staff feedback, student voice and commissioner feedback. Findings inform training and school improvement planning.
Review Cycle
This policy is reviewed at least annually, or sooner following changes in legislation, statutory guidance, or significant incidents. Next formal review:
This policy is reviewed at least annually by the Proprietor / Leadership Team.
Related Policies
Child Protection and Safeguarding; Behaviour for Learning; Attendance; SEND; Complaints; Equality, Inclusion and Anti-Discrimination; Prevent; Online Safety; Safer Recruitment; Staff Code of Conduct; Low-Level Concerns; Whistleblowing; Health and Safety; First Aid; Data Protection; Curriculum; Admissions.
Legislation and guidance
This policy has regard to the Education (Independent School Standards)
Regulations 2014, Keeping Children Safe in Education (latest DfE edition), Working Together to Safeguard Children, the Equality Act 2010, the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR, and other DfE statutory and non-statutory guidance relevant to the subject of this policy. Where Independent School registration is completed, this policy will be reviewed against any updated registration conditions and DfE requirements.