Pupils and staff at a Ruddington school will be wearing mis-matched socks again this Monday – to help highlight the problem of bullying.
The 14th November 2022 is officially ‘Odd Socks Day’ and marks the start of ‘Anti-Bullying Week’. All children and adults at St Peter’s Junior School on Ashworth Avenue are being encouraged to wear socks of different colours. It adds that parents and carers are more than welcome to take part, too.
In its latest bulletin, the school says: “It is a great way to celebrate what makes us unique. This year’s Anti-Bullying theme is ‘Reach Out’. There will be a whole school assembly on this theme. Also, during lessons, the children will be revisiting their understanding of what bullying behaviour is and how they can ‘Reach Out’, to help someone and/or help themselves.”
The school also points out a useful guide for parents and carers prepared by the ‘Anti-Bullying Alliance’ – highlighting the different types of bullying, how to start conversations with children and suggested activities. You can find and download it >>HERE<<.
You can read St Peter’s Junior School’s own Anti-Bullying policy >>HERE<<.
