Anti-Bullying Resources for Parents

As a parent, addressing bullying can be challenging, but understanding the resources available is key to supporting your child. Our Anti-Bullying Resources for Parents section provides guidance on how to recognize, prevent, and respond to bullying. We encourage you to explore these resources for detailed information about bullying in schools, including your rights and the steps you can take if your child is affected. By staying informed, you can play an active role in ensuring your child’s safety and well-being.

• Department of Education (Ireland) – https://www.gov.ie/en/policy-information/4364b9-bullying/
  Official guidelines and policies on anti-bullying measures in Irish schools, with advice for parents.
• SpunOut.ie – https://spunout.ie/life/education/bullying-at-school
  A youth website offering advice for parents and teens on bullying and mental health.
• The Irish Anti-Bullying Research and Resource Centre (DCU) – https://antibullyingcentre.ie
  Provides research and resources on bullying prevention, helping parents understand and address the issue effectively.
• Webwise – https://www.webwise.ie/parents/bullying-advice/
  Offers advice on identifying and dealing with bullying, including cyberbullying, and how parents can support their children.
• CyberSafeKids – https://www.cybersafekids.ie/parent
  Provides resources to help parents protect their children from cyberbullying and online threats.
• National Parents Council Post Primary (Ireland) – https://www.npcpp.ie
  Supports parents of secondary school students with information on bullying and school policies.
• Child and Family Agency (Tusla) – https://www.tusla.ie/services/family-community-support/bullying-prevention/
  Offers guidance on bullying prevention and how parents can intervene if bullying occurs.
• Barnardos Ireland – https://www.barnardos.ie/our-services/work-with-families/school-services/school-bullying
  Provides family support services and advice on handling bullying incidents.
• Citizens Information – https://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/education/primary-and-post-primary-education/attendance-and-discipline-in-schools/bullying-in-schools-in-ireland/
  Offers legal guidelines on how schools manage bullying and what parents can do.
• ISPCC (Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children) – https://www.ispcc.ie/childline/services/bullying-support/
  Provides support services through Childline and resources for parents on handling bullying.