Bullying

Bullying is repeated behaviour that hurts one person or a group intentionally. It can be either physically, mentally, or both. It can have a large impact on an individual’s mental health and wellbeing and may take place in person or online.

Examples of bullying include:

  • Name calling
  • Being criticised repeatedly
  • Experiencing violence or aggression
  • Rumours being spread
  • Humiliating or excluding someone

What should I do if I’m being bullied?

Tell a trusted adult – speaking to an adult such as parents, teachers, wellbeing/mental health coordinator etc. It is especially vital to report bullying if there are threats of physical danger and harm such as physical attacks, stalking, threats etc.

Don’t resort to physical violence – you may feel angry and want to defend yourself to a bully, this may result in you getting hurt or into trouble. Find an alternative way to release your anger such as exercise or journalling.

Hold your head high and walk away – this body language sends a message that you aren’t vulnerable and avoids giving the bully the reaction they are looking for.

Anti-Bullying Policy:

Please see the college’s anti-bullying policy attached below for the support we offer: Section Titles 14pt Arial Bold (loucoll.ac.uk)

Where can I receive support outside of college?

Child Line – Offers a helpline for support and advice for those being bullied.

EACH – offers support for homophobic and transphobic bullying, call the helpline on 0808 1000 143 Mon-Fri.

Victim Support – Support and advice for those experiencing bullying.

How can we help?

Learner Welfare Drop-Ins

The Learner Welfare Team offers a range of drop-ins including confidential 1-1s, mixed drop-ins and wellbeing walks with our therapy dogs. We will also offer specific drop-ins including Sexual Health Drop-Ins and drop-ins for our Looked After Children (LAC) learners.

Please see the current timetable below:

Day Time Type Room Time Type Room
MONDAY 8:30-9:30am Early bird Drop-in 1909 Social Space 12-1pm 1:1 Drop-in B009
8:30-9:30am Sexual Health Drop-in S006
TUESDAY 12-1pm Inclusion Drop-in S006 3-4pm Afternoon Drop-in 1909 Social Space
3:30-4:30pm Sexual Health Drop-in S006
WEDNESDAY 8:30-9:30am Early bird Drop-in The Hub 1:30-2:30pm 1:1 Drop-in H101b
THURSDAY 11-12pm 1:1 Drop-in S006 12:30-1:30pm Sexual Health Drop-in S006
3:30-4:30pm Afternoon Drop-in The Hub
FRIDAY 8:30-9am Dog walk and talk Meet at 1909 Social Space 12:30-1:30pm Sexual Health Drop-in S006
3-4pm 1:1 Drop-in H101b
Group sessions
1:1 sessions
Sexual Health

Early Bird Drop-in/Afternoon Drop-in – No appointment necessary, drop by for a chat with the Learner Welfare Team and mingle with other students.

1-1 Drop-in – Confidential 1-1 session (10-minute slots) with a member of the Learner Welfare Team. No appointment necessary.

Sexual Health Drop-in – Make an appointment on the Student Dashboard to get advice and support from our Wellbeing Mentors.

Dog Walk and Talk – Enjoy a short walk around the outskirts of our campus with our therapy dog.

Inclusion Drop-in – No appointment necessary, drop by for a chat with our Inclusion Officers.

Mental Health First Aiders

We offer a Mental Health First Aider (MHFA) service where students are able to call the Mental Health First Aid phone available Monday-Friday 08:30-16:30 if they feel they need someone to talk to. Our staff will support you with various issues such as academic pressure, bullying, wellbeing support, panic etc.

Please call 07483 956433 or 07483 956434 if needed.