There are effective strategies to discourage bullying, racial discrimination and other forms of harassment.  Pupils are very supportive of these strategies and acknowledge the school’s effectiveness in dealing with oppressive behaviour.  (Estyn)

Everyone in the school has the right to feel welcome, secure and happy.  We are committed to providing a caring, friendly and safe environment for all pupils so they can learn in a relaxed and secure atmosphere where they can take full advantage of the educational opportunities available to them at school.  Bullying in any form is considered to be totally unacceptable at Blackwood Comprehensive School.  Every effort is made by members of staff to make children aware of the effect and consequences that bullying behaviour might have.  Through assemblies, tutor periods, PSE lessons and visiting theatre companies, pupils are constantly reminded of the issues regarding bullying.

Our peer mentor scheme is also an excellent way of ensuring that pupils support one another.  Peer mentors are paired with pupils for the first fortnight in year seven.  They are also available at break times and lunch times to listen to and support pupils experiencing problems.  We adopt a consistency in our approach to each incident and every incident of bullying will be followed up until a positive conclusion is reached.  We want all our pupils to feel happy, comfortable and supported, so that they enjoy coming to school.