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If the Head of School (Coordinator) decides it is appropriate, or it is a pupil's second offence, the
Headmaster will become involved and the parents of the perpetrator/s will be informed by letter or
telephone.

The following sanctions may be applied:
• Formal School Warning from the Headmaster. The Headmaster will speak to the Students involved
and will contact the parents or guardians giving details of the offence and inviting them in to School
to discuss the matter and to be present when their child is given a Formal School Warning. Their
support for the School's actions should be enlisted if possible.
• Suspension at the Headmaster’s discretion (see the School's Discipline and Exclusion Policy).
• Exclusion at the Headmaster's discretion (see the School's Discipline and Exclusion Policy).

These are minimum sanctions. In very serious cases it may be necessary to make a report to the Police

or Social Services. However, it is the policy of RBIS Bangkok to attempt to resolve such issues internally
using our own disciplinary sanctions, unless the matter is of such gravity that a criminal prosecution is
likely. RBIS Bangkok will raise awareness of the staff through training and take action to reduce the risk
of bullying at the times and places where it is most likely to occur. The key points from this policy will
be reinforced in areas of the curriculum as the opportunities present themselves e.g. drama, physical
education. Opportunities will also be sought to allow parents to contribute to the School's actions to
prevent bullying. Incidents of reported bullying will be followed up by Teachers, including those in the
EYFS setting and to monitor that the problem has been resolved. The record of bullying offences will be
reviewed by the SLT regularly to watch for patterns and check that the policy is effective. We are
absolutely confident that the vast majority of the RBIS Bangkok community will agree with our
sentiments on Bullying. It is our intention to identify and take action against those who do not.

Staff Training
We raise awareness of staff through training, so that the principles of the anti-bullying policy are
understood, legal responsibilities are known, action is defined to resolve and prevent problems and

sources of support are available. Where appropriate we can invest in specialised skills to understand
the needs of the Students, including those with special educational needs and disabilities, and lesbian,
gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) Students.

The Role of Students on tackling bullying
Students are encouraged to tell anybody they trust if they are being bullied, and if the bullying continues,
they must keep on letting people know. Students are invited to tell us their views about a range of school
issues, including bullying, in various questionnaires, in their Homework diaries and in the School
Councils. In the case of cyber bullying, e.g messages on social media, chat rooms, emails & texts,
Students should be encouraged to keep a record of the date and time of any offensive message(s), save
it and bring it to their Head of School.

Involvement of Parents (including clear policies communicated to parents)
We have clear policies communicated to parents, Students and staff to create a helpful environment of
integrity and respect. This will be achieved through staff members communicating with parents regularly
and setting a good example for the Students. Integral to our policy is involving parents and making sure
Students are clear about the part they can play to prevent bullying, including when they find themselves
as bystanders. Through the involvement of parents, RBIS Bangkok aims to show Students the part they
can play in preventing and dealing with bullying. Parents have a responsibility to:
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Rasami British International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students
and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It is our aim that all students fulfil their potential.