Merishaw School has issued a statement addressing a video circulating on social media that allegedly shows a bullying incident at the institution.
In the statement on Monday, March 16, the school explained the origin of the video and distanced the current school environment from the incident shown.
“It has come to our attention that an old video is circulating on social media claiming incidents at our school. We want to make it absolutely clear that the video is old and does not reflect the current environment at our school,” the statement read.
The school also addressed the disciplinary action that was taken against the students involved at the time of the incident.
“The students involved were fully disciplined and expelled in line with our school policies. Our school does not tolerate bullying in any form; every student is safe, respected, and protected while on campus,” the statement added.
Merishaw School further outlined measures it says are in place to safeguard the welfare of its students and prevent similar incidents.
“We have robust measures in place to ensure the well-being and security of all students, including regular staff training, surveillance, and a proactive reporting system,” the statement continued.
The institution concluded by reiterating its commitment to safety, discipline, and maintaining a supportive learning environment.
“We are proud of our school community, our students, and our staff. Safety, discipline, and excellence remain our top priorities. We thank all parents, guardians, and stakeholders for trusting us to provide a safe and nurturing environment,” the statement concluded.
