It can happen in many different ways. Children who bully may hit or punch another child. Victims find it difficult to defend themselves. Bullying usually happens again and again. It goes on for a long time, unless something is done about it.
Bullying is very common and probably happens in all schools.
Recent surveys in this country have shown that 1 in 4 primary school pupils, and 1 in 10 secondary school pupils, are being bullied. There is no single reason why some children become bullies, and others are bullied by them. Children who are aggressive are more likely to become bullies. Often they have seen, or been a victim of, violence at home. Typically, they pick on children who appear different in some way those who are quiet, shy, alone at playtime and unable to defend themselves.