What is it?

Bí Cineálta is the name of the new set of Anti Bullying Guidelines developed by the Department of Education. They are to be implemented from September 2025. The guidelines, which can be read in full at the following link, include a definition of bullying and a defined pathway to follow.

For us, having used KiVa for the past number of years, these guidelines are very similar in their approach and we will still be using KiVa as part of our new Bí Cineálta strategy going forward.

How do we define bullying?

How do we deal with Bullying Behaviour?

Who can I contact if I have a concern that my child is being bullied?

If you have any concerns about your child please get in touch with the class teacher.

How do I contact them?

• Note in bag (Infants to First Class)
• Note in HW Journal (2nd- 6th Class)
• Email the office- (all classes)
• Call (042) 9339310 (all classes)

What support is available for parents?

There is a suite of resources available at the following link for parents.

For further information, including the Bí Cineálta Policy (Currently Anti Bullying Policy until September 2025) click on the following link. The Code of Behaviour is located here and Communications Policy here.

Our Child Friendly Bí Cineálta Policy