Homophobic bullying - EACH

44 Safe to Learn: Embedding anti-bullying work in schools• Collating feedback requested from both pupilsand staff as to the effectiveness of any new policyor reporting system.This demonstrates that ongoing interest is beingmaintained in the issue and suggestions will beacted upon.“One of the ideas we’ve put into effect immediately is thecreation of a series of oversized posters which sit abovethe reception areas. These make it clear to all who visit,learn and teach that everyone has a right to dignity andto be treated with respect. Sexuality is one of the criteriareferred to.”A teacher’s feedback to EACHThe DCSF advises that achievements should alsoregularly be celebrated perhaps through the head,or a local dignitary or a senior police officercommending the school on its achievements.Further national mechanisms also exist that enablea school to develop work to prevent homophobicbullying, and celebrate progress in this area. See Safeto Learn for more information.