DTD being hurt by another child - should I assume school is dealing with it?

[2pumpkin2pumpkin1]

Hi DTD2 (Yr1) has come home with a 'cold compress' (wet paper tissue) on her chin as another child hit her with a 'brick'. She also said he hurt another girls shoulder with the brick. A week ago she said he had pushed her into a desk (and bruised her hip).

The school obviously know about this as they have given her the cold compress & a accident note about todays incident. They have also made (empty?) threats to send the boy back to reception.

Should I assume the school are dealing with it or should I bring it up with teacher?

[MarsLady]

Bring it up with the teacher so that s/he knows that you are aware of it. Don't have a go, just ask what is being done. All will be well.

[SoMuchToBits]

I would let the school know you are concerned about it, and ask them if they are aware of the situation, and if so what is their policy on dealing with this type of situation. You don't need to be confrontational about it, but I think keeping communication open would be the best option.

[2pumpkin2pumpkin1]

Argghhh she no says X is her best friend!!!

[Whizzz]

If your DD is anything like my DS (yr1), he sometimes 'bends' the truth somewhat also !
I would have thought for a teacher to tell a child that they will be sent down a class is not good practice & not the best way to deal with a behavioural problem.

[2pumpkin2pumpkin1]

I've seen the injuries - so I know that she is being hurt by someone - I can only assume she is telling the truth as to who.

I did think it was a bit off for the teacher to threaten to send him back a class. When DTDs first told me I assumed he was struggling (ability wise) until they explained it was behavioural.