Quarter of Angus pupils think schools are failing to tackle bullying

A quarter of pupils in Angus don’t think their school is good at dealing with bullying.

The figure has emerged in the latest Angus schools annual survey, which was completed by around 1,600 young people from primary four to sixth year at secondary.

Parent responses to the survey indicate there are “highly variable” practices across schools when bullying occurs.

Some parents have been unhappy about the way it was dealt with while others are appreciative of the sensitive approach taken.

Some parents reported that their children are reluctant to discuss their concerns with their teachers.

Most pupils stated that there are adults in school they can speak to if they are upset and worried.

However, some youngsters think their school does not give them the help they need, with bullying highlighted as a particular issue.

Meanwhile staff have raised concerns that too much emphasis is put on school uniform and “surface issues” instead of learning and teaching.

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