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Dixons Newall Green Academy

Family support

Ensuring that students and families are supported is of paramount importance to us at Dixons Newall Green, as such, it is important that families are signposted to a range of services that they may require. On this page you will find the following information:
 

  • What to do if you have concerns over your child’s use of the internet or social media
  • What to do if you are concerned about online bullying or threatening online behaviour
  • A link to the Manchester Domestic Violence Support Hub
  • Useful contact information for agencies and professionals
  • Food bank information for the local area
  • Information on supporting your child with their learning

Keeping your child safe online

Where to report any online abuse:
 

Other key contacts

  • Children’s Services Education Safeguarding Team telephone: 0161 234 5001
  • Children’s Services Education Safeguarding Team email: mcsreply@manchester.gov.uk
  • Prevent Team telephone: 0161 856 6345
     
  • LADO service telephone: 0161 234 1214
  • Email: lado@manchester.gov.uk

Reporting domestic violence

Local foodbank services

Mental health

Addiction Support

Teen Sleep Hub

If you need to talk to a member of staff in confidence at the academy, you can speak to one of our Safeguarding Officers.

Anti-Bullying

Purpose

Our approach to anti-bullying centres on creating a safe, inclusive environment where every student feels respected and valued. Staff proactively promote positive relationships, teach students how to recognise and respond to bullying, and embed a culture of kindness through the curriculum and wider school life. 

Incidents of bullying are taken seriously, recorded promptly, and addressed through consistent procedures that support both the victim and the perpetrator to restore relationships and prevent recurrence. The school works closely with parents, carers, and external agencies where appropriate, ensuring a joined‑up approach that prioritises student wellbeing and fosters a community where bullying is not tolerated.

Taking a stand against bullying

Reporting bullying takes courage, but it is essential. Bullying can only continue if it is not reported. Some students worry that reporting will make things worse, but this is not true.

At Dixons Newall Green, we listen. We treat all reports seriously and confidentially, ensuring no one will know who reported the issue. We will keep you informed and include you in discussions about the next steps. Stopping bullying benefits everyone in our community.

How to report bullying

Tell someone: Start by telling your parents or carers, who can support you in informing the school.

Inform school staff: Speak to your advisor, any class teacher, a designated or deputy safeguarding lead, or any school adult.

Anti-Bullying Ambassadors: If you cannot speak to an adult, talk to our trained student Anti-Bullying Ambassadors.

Online reporting: If you prefer, report bullying online by emailing …

Cyberbullying outside of school

Report: Tell your family and report it to the school. Use social media platforms' report abuse buttons. Most networks and gaming consoles offer anonymous reporting.

Block: Use social media settings to block the bully, preventing them from contacting you.

Save evidence: Keep records of any bullying, such as texts or conversations.

Do not respond: Avoid replying to bullies. Blocking and reporting is more effective.

Stay positive: Remember, you are in control.

Resources for students and families

Keeping your child safe online: https://www.internetmatters.org/

Parent Zone: www.parentzone.org.uk

UK Safer Internet Centre (advice for parents and carers): https://reportharmfulcontent.com/

UK Safer Internet Centre (to report and remove harmful online content): https://lgfl.net/safeguarding

Childline: 0800 1111, www.childline.org.uk

Mental Health – Kooth: https://explore.kooth.com/free-online-counselling-mental-health-support-for-young-people/

Mental Health – CAMHS: https://mft.nhs.uk/camhs/ 

Mental Health – Young Minds: https://www.youngminds.org.uk/ 

Advice for families

Young people may hesitate to report bullying. Here’s how you can help:

Stay Calm: Thank your child for speaking up and listen without judgement.

Support: Discuss actions you can take together. Contact the school and arrange a meeting with the form tutor.

Monitor Online Activity: Encourage safe internet use and report any concerns to the school.

Definition of bullying

Verbal bullying: Repeated negative use of speech to hurt others.

Indirect bullying: Non-physical actions intended to hurt, like spreading rumours or cyberbullying.

Physical bullying: Repeated negative use of body contact to hurt others.

Cyberbullying: Repeated negative use of technology to hurt others.

Message to students

Reporting bullying is crucial. At Dixons Newall Green, we listen, act, and support you confidentially. Together, we can stop bullying and create a safe and happy environment for everyone.