At City of Armagh High School, we believe that every child and young person has the right to learn and grow in an environment where they feel safe, supported, respected, and included. Bullying of any kind is unacceptable and will not be tolerated within our school community. We are committed to promoting a culture of kindness, empathy, and mutual respect, where diversity is celebrated and every individual is valued for who they are.

We recognise that preventing bullying is a shared responsibility and that everyone within our school community — including pupils, staff, parents, governors, and the wider community — has an important role to play in creating and maintaining a safe and positive environment. We encourage all members of our school community to speak out against bullying behaviour, support those who may be affected, and work together to build positive relationships based on respect and understanding.

Please come and speak to our Safeguarding Team if you have any concerns about yourselves or others. They are always ready to listen.

Our safeguarding team are:

Mr Rendall (Designated teacher for child protection)

Mrs Mulholland (Deputy designated teacher for child protection)

Ms Greer

Ms Murdoch

Mrs Reid 

Mrs Smiton

Miss McKee

Ms Monaghan

If you have a concern please contact our safeguarding team.

Our school aims are:

• To provide a sense of community and belonging in a caring environment in which
  everyone is encouraged to contribute to the life of the school.
• To enable pupils, irrespective of their abilities or social background, to develop their
  interests and aptitudes enabling them to take responsibility for themselves and their
  activities.
• To encourage pupils to work to their full potential within an appropriate curriculum
  that encompasses their academic and vocational needs.
• To encourage growth of moral, spiritual and cultural awareness, based on Christian
  values, so that pupils become responsible, tolerant citizens.
• To foster and maintain positive relationships with parents recognising the importance
  of high quality communication between the school, the home and the community.

Central to the prevention of bullying in school is the promotion of positive behaviour within all
aspects of the school community. City of Armagh High School’s Positive Behaviour Policy provides an agreed course of action amongst teachers, pupils and parents, which promotes effective teaching and learning, the worth and value of each person and respects the rights of all members of the school community. We believe a healthy balance between sanctions and rewards is fundamental and encourage everyone to implement the school rules fairly and consistently.