I was a model student and a gifted one, I never caused any trouble to the teachers and I was once even invited to a gifted pupil session. I was forced to leave this school after my GCSEs because this school did not deal with the bullies thoroughly. No one should be forced out for being a victim of bullying, if we are to be a civilised society, surely it should be the other way around? Much to my disappointment, as soon as I had the courage to report bullying, the then Head of the Year (now ex) had the audacity to mention that my accusations were slanderous if this was taken to court. Can you imagine saying that to a fourteen year old?! I was shown absolutely no empathy or compassion, this school tried to turn it around on me by making accusations regarding my coursework, instead of dealing with the bullying issue at hand. I always remember the look of contempt the then Head of Year (now ex) gave me as she looked down upon me from the teacher room, as I stood in the quadrant eating my sandwiches. My only crime was to have had the audacity to even suggest that bullying had occurred at this school, even if one of her favourites was on the list. All of my bullies were in the very lowest of classes, apart from physical education. Schools have a duty of care and one of health and safety. I remember being hounded by the then Headmaster (now ex) and even one of my favourite mathematics teachers ignored me when I said hello to him. I was blanked. In my opinion the then Head of Year (now ex) had a soft spot towards the troublemakers. Almost twenty five years later, I laugh because one of those bullies has gone onto being fined a four figure amount of money for beating someone up. If the then Head of Year (now ex) had dealt with the bullying correctly this incident may never have happened. Bullying has much wider implications on the community and society at hand. This was someone who was disruptive in class, aggressive and wild and had no manners. It is known that unless bullying is properly dealt with that some of those bullies will go onto become criminals. Other bullies may continue to bully others whilst continuing to suck up to authority figures as they did at school whilst they refute any responsibilities or show any sympathy towards their victims. Not once did I ever receive any follow up or apology in person or by letter. Nor was any of those accused made to apologise or were even suspended whilst being investigated. In the last three years whilst inside my house, and being visible from the window, I have been harassed by two of those bullies a violation of my privacy and my boundaries from within my own home. I will now report back to the police that the now criminal was first a school bully at Nicholas Breakspear School. Of course those bullies detest that I reported them, but I have no regrets even though I feel I was not in slightest, taken seriously. Another incident in recent years was where I was attending a store opening and the mother of the main bully took a photograph of me with her mobile phone knowing full well that I was in relaxed weekend dress, if only to humiliate me as was the case when I was bullied by her daughter at this school. I cannot believe I am in my thirties having to deal with the same anti-social attitude that was not nipped in bud at school. Unless bullying is taken seriously it will continue long after the person has left school, especially with the boom in smartphones and smart watches. I would love a conversation with the person who was viciously beaten up by one of my school bullies who now has a criminal record. If I could have a conversation with the then Head of Year (now ex) it would be to say I told you so! In recent years I know that at least eight teachers have lost their jobs from this school, lessening the eye of watchful adults upon bullies. Unless there is now a system of mentoring and pro-activeness, then I would suggest that anyone who is thinking of taking their child to this school, thinks twice! Action counts more than policies.
An amazing school to go to. With a great sense of community. Any child would fit In and feel welcome straight away. I'm glad to have grown as a person over the last 6 years of education there. Would 100% recommend
NBS was my daughters first choice, and she was delighted to get it. Everytime we have visited the school we have been made to feel welcome and my daughter feels totally at ease about starting in September. NBS ensure every child when they start in year 7 are as comfortable and confident as they can be. My daughter can not wait and I am sure she will flourish there.
The school is extremely supportive and happy to help wherever it is needed. The headteacher actively helps development in both education and extra curricular activities by ensuring that facilities are in place where we needed.Pastoral care is amazing with a highly dedicated team on hand to support.
My son is beginning his journey at Nicholas Breakspear this week. I cannot believe the amount of time the school are taking to introduce him to secondary school life. He is feeling completely at ease about starting school in September and I know that with the huge amount of support that he has already been shown, he will settle well and flourish. I am absolutely delighted that we got our first choice school and look forward to many special years here!
Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School is a UK School based in St Albans, East of England. Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School is located at 125 Colney Heath Ln, St Albans AL4 0TT, UK.
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