Cyberbullying at school: how to protect your child
This has been reported by the Cyber Police, citing ‘CyberBrama’
The line between a meme and violence
Digital violence is often disguised as a ‘trend’. However, if content contains humiliating audio, edited phrases, or reveals personal data or a school’s address — it is harmful content. According to the Education Ombudsman, dozens of reports of bullying were recorded in the first three months of 2026 alone, but teachers still rarely assert their rights for fear of publicity. Remember: silence only emboldens the aggressor.
First steps: Don’t delete, document
The main mistake is to start a public row in the comments. Your main weapon is evidence.
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Screenshots: Save the post, comments and the author’s page.
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Screen recording: If the video is quickly deleted, record it on your phone.
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Links: Copy the direct link to the post and the profile username.
How do you get content removed on TikTok?
Report each element separately:
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On the video: Tap Share → Report.
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On comments: Tap and hold the offensive text → Report. TikTok allows you to select up to 100 comments at once.
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On a fake account: In the profile, select Report account → Impersonation.
School procedure: Write a formal complaint
Don’t limit yourself to conversations in the headteacher’s office. Submit a written statement addressed to the head of the school.
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The headteacher is obliged to notify the police within 24 hours.
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A commission to investigate the bullying incident must be convened within 3 working days.
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Important: Failure to report bullying to the police entails liability for the headteacher themselves (Article 173-4 of the Code of Administrative Offences).
When should you call 102?
If you witness threats, blackmail, sexualised humiliation or the disclosure of a home address, contact the Cyber Police immediately. You can call 102 or submit an online report via the agency’s website. There is also a bullying helpline: 116 000.
Advice for parents
Explain the ‘digital footprint’ rule to your child: anything that ends up online stays there forever. Anonymity is an illusion. If the offender is under the age of criminal responsibility, their parents will be held liable for their ‘jokes’ through fines or court proceedings.
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