Have written to complain about bullying - what can I expect?

[Dancergirl]

Dd2 is in Year 6 of a small state primary so will obviously be leaving in a few weeks.

I know I've left it very late but I have written in to the Head to complain about a boy in her class who continually verbally attacks her/mocks her and mimics her. It has been going on a while but has become much worse in the last few weeks so that's why I've decided to write in now.

I have talked to the class teacher a few times over the past year and he has intervened (not exactly sure how) but it is still ongoing.

Dd has become increasingly upset at home, says she hates school and I can see her self esteem is being affected.

I have never had to deal with something like this before so what will the school do now they have it in writing? And what can I expect from them?

I really want it to stop so dd can enjoy her last few weeks at primary school in peace.

The school should follow its bullying policy. Do you have a copy of it? If not, ask the school reception for a copy. Children do usually grow out of this sort of behaviour. How many other children are on the receiving end of his behaviour? Do other children think he is funny? This might egg him on if they do. Your DD might need to be aware that at secondary school there could be more children like this and she needs a coping strategy. It would be lovely if all children were pleasant, but they are not. The school may be running out if time to deal with this effectively and I would expect the Head will now speak to the teacher about your complaint.