Anti-Bullying Week 2026 (16th - 20th November)
What is Bullying?
‘The repetitive, intentional hurting of one person or group by another person or group, where the relationship involves an imbalance of power. Bullying can be physical, verbal or psychological. It can happen face-to-face or online’ Anti-Bullying Alliance
Theme: Break the Silence – Speak Up, Stand Together
From Monday 16 to Friday 20 November 2026, our school will join thousands of schools across the UK in marking Anti‑Bullying Week, led by the Anti‑Bullying Alliance. This year’s theme, Break the Silence, encourages young people to speak openly about bullying, challenge harmful behaviour, and support one another with kindness and courage.
As an Islamic school, we approach Anti‑Bullying Week through the lens of Islamic character (akhlaq), compassion, justice, and the Prophetic example of standing up for those who are harmed.
What We’ll Be Doing in School
Assemblies
- Exploring bullying through Qur’anic teachings on justice and compassion
- Stories from the Seerah about protecting the vulnerable
We begin the week with Odd Socks Day, celebrating individuality and reminding pupils that differences should be embraced, not mocked. No costumes or purchases are required – just creativity and fun.
Our Islamic Ethos: Why Anti‑Bullying Matters
- Bullying contradicts the values we teach every day. Islam emphasises dignity, respect, and protection from harm.
- We are guided by the saying of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him):
“A Muslim is the one from whose tongue and hand people are safe.” (Sunan al‑Nasa’i)
- Throughout the week, pupils will explore how kindness, empathy, and courage are essential parts of their faith – and how speaking up when someone is hurt is an act of righteousness.
- Encouraging pupils to “break the silence” by speaking up safely.
Classroom Activities
- Anti‑bullying lessons from ABA’s national school packs
- Islamic Studies links: backbiting, mockery, fairness, and responsibility
- Role‑play scenarios on how to support someone being bullied
How to report bullying?
- Leave an anonymous note in the worry box.
- Talk to your form tutor or other staff you trust.
- Talk to one of the school’s Anti-bullying Ambassadors
- Speak to the school’s Anti-bullying lead, Mrs Z. Patel
Support for parents
Click the link for the Interactive toolkit
Download the Anti-Bullying Alliance parent and carer pack