If you are being bullied
- Try to stay calm and look as confident as you can.
- Be firm and clear - look them in the eye and tell them to stop.
- Get away from the situation as quickly as possible.
- Tell an adult what has happened straight away.
How can you stop the bullying?
- Tell a teacher or another adult at school.
- Tell your family.
- If you are scared to tell a teacher or an adult on your own, ask a friend to go with you.
- Keep on speaking until someone listens and does something to stop the bullying.
- If your school has a peer support service, use it. Don't blame yourself for what has happened.
Is someone bullying you by texts or emails?
- Tell a parent, friend or teacher.
- Be careful who you give your mobile number or email address to.
- Make a note of exactly when the message was sent.
- If necessary, encourage your parents to report the texts or emails to the police.
If you find it difficult to talk to someone you know about what's happening to you, call
Childline on 0800 1111.
You won't even have to give them your name, unless you want to. Calls are free and the number won't show up on the phone bill. |
