Antibullying Week

National Antibullying week took place last week between the 14th to the 18th of November and had the theme ‘Reach Out’. As a school, we organised Odd Socks day last Friday and many students and staff took part in the event by wearing a colourful array of socks.

We normally sell wristbands to support the organisation but this year we invited students to ‘sign up’ for a wristband, showing others they are someone who can be relied upon for support. We had 100 wristbands to give out and they were claimed very quickly, showing the students and PGHS have a keen sense of compassion and social responsibility.

Online Bullying

CYBER BULLYING

National Antibullying week was last week (14th-18th November) and the National Online Safety organization published a guide for parents and carers, providing useful information about cyberbullying.

Cyberbullying is bullying that takes place online. It can involve anything from sending messages to posting offensive comments to uploading and sharing private or embarrassing photos. It is classed as an indirect form of bullying when compared to verbal or physical bullying, given it usually takes place through a digital device.

However, for those experiencing bullying behaviour, the consequences can be just as serious and have far-reaching effects. Use the link below for further information and guides.

Free Online Safety Guide | Combat Online Bullying | National Online Safety

NEW ADVICE FROM NSPCC

Many children enjoy playing online games and having a social media presence. As children get older this often involves speaking with others online and with this comes the potential risk of grooming and exploitation.

Speaking to your child from a young age about who they are talking to online and helping them recognise when a conversation may be putting them at risk can help to keep them safe from abuse. The NSPCC has published new advice on how to start age-appropriate conversations with your child on this challenging topic.

The advice includes how to:

• help your child recognise unhealthy online chat.

• have age-appropriate conversations about sexual abuse.

• explore the different communication features online.

• review safety settings.

You can access more information using the link below;

https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/online-safety/online-safety-blog/keeping-children-safe-online-sexual-abuse/

If you would like further information and support about online safety please drop an email to the address below 

https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/online-safety/online-safety-blog/keeping-children-safe-online-sexual-abuse/

If you would like further information and support about online safety please drop an email to the address below 

 https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/online-safety/online-safety-blog/keeping-children-safe-online-sexual-abuse/

Mrs S Hall  

Deputy Headteacher 

Confidential Reporting

We have asked students how we can support them further if they need to report a concern or worry and based on their feedback we are launching an email address; safe@penworthamgirls.lancs.sch.uk where they can share their concerns confidentially. The email will be sent to the pastoral team who can provide the support needed.

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  • Artsmark Platinum Award - Awards by Arts Council England
  • Lancashire Socio-economic Equality Badge
  • SMART
  • UNICEF
  • School Mental Health Award
  • Ofsted - Outstanding Provider
  • International School Award