Tackling Homophobic, Biphobic and Transphobic bullying in Rrimary Schools

14th Oct 2015

Homophobic, biphobic and transphobic (HBT) bullying is widespread in primary schools. Almost half of primary school teachers say pupils in their school experience homophobic bullying and seven in ten hear homophobic language
– phrases like ‘that’s so gay’ – from pupils. Nine in ten teachers say they want to tackle the problem, but lack the training or support to do so.

Stonewall’s Train the Trainer courses give pastoral, anti-bullying and PSHE leads the knowledge, tools and confidence to train colleagues on tackling HBT bullying and celebrating difference, as well as meeting the requirement of the new Ofsted inspection framework. Participating schools become members of Stonewall’s School Champions programme.

Course objectives:
Learn practical strategies to train staff in your school on tackling homophobic, biphobic and transphobic (HBT) bullying and language (including phrases like ‘that’s so gay’) and celebrating difference in an age-appropriate way
Gain an overview of the current state of HBT bullying and its impact on pupil achievement and school performance
Help you meet legal and Ofsted requirements under the new inspection framework and on promoting British values
Create an action plan for your school
Be inspired by best practice from other schools

Participating schools receive Stonewall School Champions membership for a year, with a range of benefits including:
An extensive pack of Stonewall’s acclaimed Different Families resources for primary schools, including posters, curriculum guides, DVDs and learning activities for pupils and staff
Ongoing support, guidance and benchmarking from a dedicated point of contact at Stonewall, as well as help implementing your action plan
Free access to best-practice twilight seminars on issues from E-Safety to SEN
Exclusive use of the School Champions logo and the opportunity to apply for Stonewall’s Bronze, Silver and Gold School Champions Awards
… and much more!

The Training is £150 for the full day and includes refreshments and a light lunch. 

For more information or to book, please go to http://www.hotspurprimary.co.uk/pages/stonewall_training_255760.cfm