Anti Bullying Week Assembly 2025 (Withreference to World Mental health day)
Theme: “Bullying, Banter & Belonging”
Overview:
This ready-to-use, 20-minute assembly explores the links between bullying, mental health, and belonging, helping students reflect on their actions, understand the impact of their words, and know how to seek help. Designed for secondary school pupils, it combines powerful visuals, short video clips, and clear talking points to spark discussion and empathy.
What’s Included:
7 fully designed slides, covering:
World Mental Health Day 2025 – Theme: “Good mental health isn’t a constant.”
What is Bullying? – Clear definition from the Anti-Bullying Alliance.
Bullying as a Group Behaviour – Understanding roles like ringleader, defender, and bystander.
Banter or Bullying? – Helping students recognise when “jokes” go too far.
Belonging & Mental Health – Building empathy and inclusion in school life.
How to Report Bullying – Practical guidance on how pupils can safely speak up.
Closing Reflection – A message of kindness, courage, and community.
Video Integration:
Five optional YouTube clips are suggested within the slides to bring key ideas to life (bullying definitions, group behaviour, and banter awareness).
Learning Outcomes:
Students will:
Understand what bullying is — and what it isn’t.
Recognise the difference between banter and bullying.
Reflect on their role as ringleaders, bystanders, or defenders.
Make the link between kindness, inclusion, and good mental health.
Know exactly how and where to report bullying in school.
Perfect For:
Whole-school or year-group assemblies (20 minutes)
Anti-Bullying Week or World Mental Health Day events
PSHE or tutor-time discussions
School wellbeing and safeguarding programmes



