Anti-Bullying Framework

About the Framework

The Framework sets out a consistent, evidence-based approach to reducing harm from bullying in all NSW schools, in response to the Premier’s November 2024 commitment to develop a cross-sectoral approach to address bullying in NSW schools.

The Framework identifies 4 components that underpin effective anti-bullying policies in schools: Preventing, Responding, Partnering and Implementing.

Implementation requirements

From 2027, every school in NSW will be required to have policies and procedures in line with the Framework. Schools will be required to publish their anti-bullying policy and procedures on their website.

Read more about how NESA will monitor and support implementation of the Framework in 2027.

Development of the Framework

The development of the Framework was led by Emeritus Professor Donna Cross OAM, who is an internationally renowned expert in children’s and adolescents’ wellbeing. Focusing on mental health and social-emotional wellbeing, Professor Cross worked in collaboration with each of the school sectors in NSW.

Research and consultation

The NSW Anti-Bullying Framework is the result of 12 months of research, a sweeping review of global, national and NSW evidence and targeted consultation with NSW schools and families.

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Find resources to help you understand and implement the NSW Anti-Bullying Framework.

Learn about the Framework

Resources and evidence that informed the Framework:

• NSW Anti-Bullying Framework (PDF 305.34KB)
• NSW Anti-Bullying Framework poster (PDF 91.3KB)
• Evidence Report for the NSW Anti-Bullying Framework

Implement the Framework

Resources to help schools align their anti-bullying policies and procedures with the Framework:

• NSW Anti-Bullying Framework Actions for Schools (PDF 184.81KB)
• NSW Anti-Bullying Framework Implementation Tracker (PDF 360.97KB)
• Practice examples (PDF 343.72KB)
• Ineffective anti-bullying practices in schools (PDF 159.52KB)
• Regulating the NSW Anti-Bullying Framework in 2027

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