The Management of the Prime Tuition adopted this policy on 24th June 2021 & It will be discussed annually by the management and will remain applicable for Prime Tuition until the management notifies the Institute for any changes to the policy. It should be read in conjunction with the Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and Grievance Resolution We value and respect all Cultures/Faiths as we aim to promote harmony.
Policy and Procedures. Prime Tuition is part of the multi-cultural London Borough of Lambeth.
TThis policy is written in the recognition that both children and adults can be made to feel unhappy and distraught because of the experience of bullying. It is also unacceptable for children or adults who are bullies to behave in opposition to Prime Tuition policy and protocols. Those who engage in bullying will be made to understand that bullying is a mode of behaviour that runs counter to our institute Ethos, morals and principles and is not only damaging and detrimental to the victim but also to the perpetrator of the bullying themselves. The Management, Department Supervisors and all staff at Prime Tuition will always endeavour to take an approach to bullying that enables all individuals to feel safe at the Tuition Centre and will continually work with all induviduals, inclusive of parents, children, and staff in partnership to establish behaviours, attitudes and approaches which promote fairness, equality, and harmony. The aim of the institute is to help the ‘bully’ (whether child, parent or staff) to change his/her behaviour so that they fall in line with Institute’s expectations; as well as to assist them with learning to apply appropriate ways to socialise with others- learning how to consult and converse instead of confronting and insult. The Tuition Centre will also act, making their best endeavours to reassure anyone who is a “victim” of bullying to be able to understand that they have no reason to feel fearful as they have the right to report these matters to be dealt with in line with the Prime Tuition’s procedures and protocols. The Institute intends that every pupil, member of staff and stakeholder should come to the Tuition Centre able to get on with the business of learning and working being confident in the fact that the Institute supports his/her own right to being and feeling safe.
Bullying can be defined as inappropriate behaviour (overt or covert) that is relentless and unwarranted that causes another individual to feel unsafe and vulnerable. The tuition Centre does not consider bullying to be an isolated incident, a difference of opinion or perception or a falling out. Bullying is usually considered to be:
Direct Verbal bullying which may include persistent name-calling, unpleasant comments about ethnic origin, nationality, colour/race, disability, sexual orientation or derogatory comments about family members. It may also include making/spreading derogatory remarks about the person or things associated with the person and racist comments.
Indirect verbal is the persistent intimidation and harassment, through the application of pressure from members of a group against an individual so that he/she feels uneasy or unsafe. This predicates itself in such actions as spreading rumours about an individual to their peers and colleagues and therefore socially and strategically excluding them.
Physical bullying which may range from relentless and repeated physical attacks on the person to just persistent gentle uninvited taps and touches. Derogatory comments about the person’s weight, looks or appearance. It can also include physical damage to the victim’s property.
Emotional bullying can include persistently excluding the victim consistently in terms of deliberate avoidance and exclusion from working with and participating within peer groups (relating to adult or children’s groups). It can include the persistent putting down of someone in front of others to make that person feel less worthy elevating the perpetrator to a position of dominance/power. Any range of deliberate and persistent unfriendly gestures/ words and behaviours.
On-line bullying is the repeated and relentless use of information and communication technologies to support deliberate, repeated, and hostile behaviour by an individual or group that is intended to harm another individual or group. Reasons for Bullying Research has shown that there are proven reasons why children, young people or adults bully others and these are:
The bully feels insecure about their own self-esteem, self-image and self-worth and transfers this on to others in the form of bullying
The bully feels threatened, stressed or anxious and lashes out at others as a way of ‘defending’ their own insecurities (‘best form of defence is attack’)
The bully feels a sense of entitlement and is very narcissistic by nature and is so in tuned with their own circumstances they become oblivious and insensitive to other people’s feelings and circumstances
The bully has been the victim of bullying and acts in retaliation towards others Most Bullying (whether by adults or children) surrounds:
Race, religion or culture
People who are physically, emotionally and socially different o People’s appearance or obvious health conditions (deformities, disabilities or obesity)
People’s Status (eg. position, popularity, social groups, knowledge, achievements) as well as People’s home, personal and financial circumstances. Sexual orientation, lifestyle choices Many children (depending on age/ability) who bully others sometimes
Are not aware they are doing something wrong.
Are copying/modelling other family members or friends
Not in possession of positive skills and qualities for making and retaining friends.
Succumb to peer pressure where friends encourage them to bully others.
Are going through a difficult time and are acting out . Certain children may be targeted by bullies because: o They struggle to form close friendships at Tuition Centre -are loners/shy/eccentric. o They lack confidence and are insecure-have low self-esteem
They are different in some respect (have very high/low ability are SEND) o They have poor social skills -intrude or are a nuisance to others. o Show off, own expensive items (clothes, shoes, trainers, bags etc) which they bring to Tuition Centre. o They behave aggressively or often tease and provoke others to retaliate.
The bullying of an individual prevents the Tuition Centre achieving its mission statement fully unless it is dealt with in an effective manner where the cause of the victim is dealt with completely and sympathetically giving due consideration to all the facts.
Preventing Bullying through the Curriculum Issues of bullying are exposed and worked on through the curriculum. We learn to understand that all people are unique and different and that these differences are to be valued and understood. The Tuition Centre’s Department Supervisors may also cover it when looking at creating a more positive environment.
The Tuition Centre values the importance of staff development, and all staff are encouraged to train and develop their skills. The Institute will also ensure that appropriate steps are taken to communicate to all staffs, children and parents that the Institute will not tolerate any harassment or bullying.
Overcoming Physical Barriers All proposed physical changes to the Tuition centre buildings and grounds will be considered from an accessibility perspective before they are implemented. Further, the accessibility plan will be amended as appropriate to reflect any physical changes to the Tuition Centre’s environment (see appendix i)
The Tuition Centre’s main stance in all cases of proven bullying is to eradicate the practice of such action within the Institute by using and applying mediation, conversation, and consultation as well as support in terms of recommending to relevant agencies which give counselling/advice and therapy.
The pupils who carry out the bullying will be provided with additional support to eliminate the anti-social behaviours which underpin this kind of behaviour. This will take place through initial counselling from the Department Supervisors. Those adults in need on either side of the bullying experience may also be supported through Mentoring and Counselling as needed/appropriate either from the Department Supervisors or from the Management.
We have to acknowledge that as a Tuition Centre we have children with extremely challenging needs such as: Behavioural ,Emotional, Learning, Physical & Social Children whose behaviours presents a high level of risk and challenges the safety of not only themselves but other individuals in the Tuition Centre as a whole will need to be monitored and managed very strictly in accordance with DfE stipulations outlined in the government website: Government website:
This policy acknowledges the Tuition Centre’s legal duties under the Equality Act 2010, in respect of safeguarding all pupils inclusive of those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The sanctions for inappropriate behaviours are listed below in accordance with the Department for Education’s Guidance for all Head of Department and Department Supervisors and all the Institute Staff: Department for Education’s Guidance for all Head of Department and Department Supervisors and all the Institute Staff: This document states that: Tutors/Teachers have the power to correct and discipline pupils for misbehaviour which occurs in school/educational institute and, in some circumstances, outside of the institute.
The power to discipline applies to all staff such as Head Teachers/Head of Department, Supervisors and Teaching Assistants of the institute with responsibility for pupils.
Head Teachers/Department Heads, Department Supervisors and Management must ensure they have a strong behaviour policy to support staff with managing behaviours such as bullying using and applying appropriate rewards and sanctions as listed below in accordance with the DFE’s Behaviour and Discipline in Tuition Centre’s Document as well as the Tuition Centre’s Behaviour Policy.
Children who present with challenging behaviours inclusive of bullying of any form can prevent effective teaching and learning from progressing on a daily basis. They can also be disruptive and cause breakdown in relationships within any given classroom. They may also directly or indirectly affect the health and safety of other children and staff and themselves e.g. calling staff and children nasty names and being oppositional, defiant and disruptive when being corrected. Actions will be taken on the part of the Tuition Centre to ensure that children presenting with challenging behaviours in the form of bullying or otherwise will be removed from the situation appropriate action may be provided in line with the Behaviour, SEND and Inclusion policy.
The health and safety of all children will always take precedent when making any decision about appropriate action. Staff who present with behaviours (inclusive of bullying) which are not in line with the Institute’s Ethos will have the relevant Tuition Centre policies and procedures applied as needed in the specified circumstances.
Parents are also considered as individuals of the Tuition Centre who work in close partnership with Department Supervisors’/ Department Heads / Management at all levels to ensure that the Tuition Centre is a safe and happy place for all the children in attendance. Parents all sign a Agreement to honour this collaboration in cooperation with the Tuition Centre. Therefore, parents who are concerned that their child might be being bullied, or who suspect that their child may be the perpetrator of bullying, should contact the Department Supervisors, Department Head or the Management (in that order) immediately so that the matter can be addressed. Parents have a responsibility to support the Tuition Centre’s anti-bullying policy and to actively encourage their child/children to be a positive and compliant members of the institute community.
If Bullying occurs All incidents and allegations will be explored with a view to resolve amicably. Proven bullying incidents will be investigated, and facts surrounding the incident recorded. Meetings will be arranged between the pupils of staff involved and the relevant investigators/mediators which may include Tutors, Department Supervisors’/ Department Heads. Where matters have been escalated for children their parents will be involved to work out strategies to address the issues highlighted. Meetings may also be arranged with the parents on both sides of the issue to inform them of how the Tuition Centre may needing additional support and put appropriate strategies in place going forward.
Children who continue to bully may be given the following sanctions, in line with the Institute’s behaviour policy.
We believe at Prime Tuition that it is the basic right of all children to receive their education free from any kind of bullying, both within and outside of the institute.
Bullying is a sustained application of pressure that can come in the form of verbal, physical or emotional abuse which may be applied by one or a group of individuals upon another person.
Verbal bullying may include name-calling, making derogatory remarks about the person or things associated with the person or making racist comments.
Physical bullying can range from physical attacks to the person to just persistent gentle uninvited taps and touches. It can also include physical damage to the victim’s property.
Emotional bullying can include the consistent unfair and unwarranted exclusion of the individual from working and playing within peer groups without good reason. It can include the persistent putting down of someone to make that person feel less well about themself and the perpetrator feels dominant and powerful. Bullying can be intentional and unintentional. Bullying can result in both the victim and the perpetrator doing things they would not normally do. Bullying can also come in the form of graffiti/ notes, messages or cyber abuse, offensive noises and gesturing, aggressive posturing, and offensive language usage.
Bullying should be dealt with appropriately and effectively without causing further distress to the victim. Children are to be encouraged to report any bullying incident, whether focused on themselves or towards another child or towards a member of staff. All members of staff will ensure that the incidents are investigated, either by them or through their Department Supervisors’/ Department Heads to ascertain all the facts before any action is taken or sanctions put in place as sometimes bullying may be perceived and not a reality. Incidents of proven bullying shall be recorded by the Tuition Centre, and action taken in line with the Tuition Centre’s behaviour policy, either by the Department Supervisors’/ Department Heads or by the Management. If bullying is found to be occurring, then it must be dealt with in line with the Institute’s Behaviour Policy in terms of pupils and the relevant policy/procedure in terms of staff as the sanctions to be applied are clearly defined.
1. The perpetrators maybe required to make an apology to the victim if and where
appropriate.
2. Both the perpetrators and victim’s parents will be informed of the bullying incident
in serious cases involving children and any sanctions or other consequences
shared with parents.
3. For staff relevant policies/procedures will be applied as appropriate to the
incident.
4. They may be excluded from any breaktime and lunchtime where appropriate.
5. They may be removed from regular table and placed within a different table, year
group or phase.
6. In very serious cases where serious harm has been done or flagrant breaches
made-Permanent Exclusion will be applied and relevant external agencies
informed e.g. social services, police.
Our Mission Statement is:
1 We understand that we are all different, but we respect each other. We look after our world so that we may share it together in peace. The pupils, parents and the staff of Prime Tuition want a happy and safe place where children can learn in peace free from bullying.
Bullying is when someone ALWAYS and REPEATEDLY does one or more of these
things to you:
1 Calling you unkind names.
2 Making insulting comments to you.
3 Making racist comments to you.
4 Touching you inappropriately and repeatedly when you do not want them to.
5 Damage your property (books, bag, pencils, PE Kit) on purpose.
6 Deliberately embarrassing you in front of others.
7 Always saying things against you and your family.
8 Sending you rude or unkind messages in notes by phone or Internet
What to do if you are being bullied?
9 Tell your parent or any responsible adult in Prime Tuition.
10 You can tell your Tutor or any other adult in your class. You can tell them
privately. If you feel the adult has not solved it fully then you can speak to the
Department Supervisors’/ Department Heads or The Management if you have
any worries.
What will happen to the children who bully?
11 They will need to say sorry.
12 They may miss their breaktime.
13 They might have to work in a different table.
14 Their parents may be told in a meeting, by a SMS/email or by telephone.
15 They could be sent to the Principal.
16 They might be put on a daily Behaviour Report Book.