Teachers and principals are being invited to help shape a new national strategy to tackle bullying in schools, with submissions now open for the federal government’s Anti-Bullying Rapid Review.
“All students and staff should be safe at school, and free from bullying and violence,” said Minister for Education Mr Jason Clare, as the review opened to public submissions on 20 May 2025. “That’s why we’re taking action to develop a national standard to address bullying in schools.”
The Anti-Bullying Rapid Review is a key step in developing a national approach to bullying prevention and response, one that reflects the voices of those who experience it and manage it every day: students, parents, and educators.
Led by clinical psychologist Dr Charlotte Keating and Dr Jo Robinson AM, who leads Orygen’s suite of research programs around suicide prevention, the review will examine current school procedures and best practice methods to address bullying behaviours.
“This is another opportunity for us to support students, teachers and parents across the country,” Clare added. “We will listen to parents, teachers, students and work with the states and territories to get this right.
“Bullying is not just something that happens in schools, but schools are places where we can intervene and provide support for students.”
Submissions are open until 20 June 2025, and can be made anonymously.
Teachers and principals are especially encouraged to share their lived experiences and perspectives. Contributions will inform the development of a robust, evidence-based national strategy.
The review will consult broadly with key stakeholders across metropolitan and regional Australia, including parents, teachers, students, parent groups, state education departments and the non-government sector.
The final report will be presented to all Australian Education Ministers in the coming months.
Submissions can be made here.
