Support for learning
Need extra support at school?
People sometimes think only pupils with a diagnosis or a particular condition can get #additional support for learning in school. In fact, you should get help with your learning if you are struggling for whatever reason. Check out some of the reasons why you might need extra support at school sometimes.
Bullying
Racism and racist bullying
It’s against the law to treat someone differently or unfairly because of their colour, ethnicity, nationality or culture. Racism and racist bullying is wrong, and you can get help to make it stop. Check out this powerful film by Childline ‘Think you understand me?’ and get more advice about racism.
Bullying
Pupil voice: talking about bullying
Bullying can take many forms, from teasing someone to online bullying on social media.
LGBT
Supporting LGBT young people at school
If you’re questioning your sexuality or whether to come out at school, find out about ways that schools can support LGBT pupils.
Eating
Does worrying about how you look hold you back at school? Let’s get real…
If you find it hard to feel confident at school because of how you look, you’re not alone. Find out how the Be Real campaign is out to change our ideas about the ‘perfect body’.
Bullying
One pupil’s advice if you’re being bullied
Bullying
Let’s be clear about what bullying is…..
Bullying can happen anywhere. Whatever form bullying takes, it is always wrong. It’s good to be clear about what bullying is, so that it can be challenged….
Bullying
A film about being bullied for having problems reading
Check out this film called Judged, by I am me Scotland. It’s one girl’s story of what it’s like to have dyslexia and be bullied about reading aloud in class. (more…)
Mental health
Looking for a counsellor?
Counselling is a safe space to talk about issues at school. Find out how to look for a counsellor near you.
Disability
Feeling included at school when you have a learning disability: a campaign against bullying
Did you know that about 1 in 50 people has a learning disability? Find out about support and how you can campaign for change.
