With the rise of social media allowing anyone to message others from just the click of a few buttons, bullying is no longer an act that’s confined to in-person interactions. With smart phones in their pockets and gaming consoles in many households, bullying can follow children far beyond the classroom. But what can be done to prevent online bullying?

With an outline of what forms online bullying can take, the Safer Schools NI App’s ‘Bullying’ section’s dedicated ‘Bullying Beyond the Classroom’ page is available as a valuable resource for parents and carers to understand what can be done to prevent further harm and how to approach the topic with sensitivity and respect for the child in your care.