Bullying

Whether you are being bullied or you know anyone being bullied - it should not be tolerated. You can get help, or you could help the unlucky victim by telling someone you trust like family members, friends or teachers. Bullying can come in different forms even via text messages, video, emails, phone calls – keep all evidence and you will have proof.

Top tips from Childline:

Keep a record – and save any nasty texts or emails that you have been sent
Try to stay away from the bullies or stay with a group when you don't feel safe
Ask your mates to look out for you
Try not to retaliate – you could get into trouble or get hurt
Check your school’s anti-bullying policy. This will tell you what your school should do about bullying
Try to act more confident – even if you don’t feel it
Call Childline for extra help on 0800 1111

Here you can find useful links and phone numbers to help support and combat the nightmare situation:

Connexions Kent and Medway visit your local Connexions Access Point and speak confidentially to your Personal Advisor.
Childline - learn how to protect yourself
Kidpower help for people of all ages including parents
Textsomeone.com offers students an opportunity to text/email or call for help
Bullying Online a national leading anti-bullying charity
NSPCC

Useful Numbers

Childline - 0800 1111

Anti-bullying Campaign - 0207 378 1446

Victim Support - 0845 3030 900

NSPCC National Protection helpline - 0808 800 5000

Ashford Borough Council, Civic Centre, Tannery Lane, Ashford TN23 1PL
Call: 01233 330290 Email: info@whatmattersashford.co.uk Text: 07765 897208