Scots school’s efforts to tackle bullying highlighted at national guidance launch

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A Stirling primary school has been singled out for its approach to resolving classroom conflict after it was praised by the Scottish Government at the launch of new national anti-bullying guidance for schools.

Cowie Primary was this week visited by Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills, Jenny Gilruth, along with Lorraine Glass, Director of respectme to launch the Scottish Government’s updated Respect for All Guidance as part of Anti-Bullying Week.

The school was highlighted by Education Scotland earlier this year in a report which detailed its approach to preventing bullying and conflict which had been a historic issue within the school community.During the visit, Head Teacher of Cowie Primary, Paula Harris gave an overview of the transformational impact of the work done within the school to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment.She said: “Over recent years, we have successfully reduced incidents of verbal and physical aggression throughout our school.

This positive change is as a result of our relational and values-based approaches, and establishing a nurturing ethos throughout the whole school.“We have built strong and positive relationships among all members of the school, creating an environment where our children feel valued, respected and safe.