Anonymous Bullying Report
An anonymous school bullying and harassment report form — optional reporter identity, incident description, persons involved, frequency, location (classroom, online, playground), impact on the affected person, and what outcome the reporter wants. No signature required. Designed for safe, barrier-free reporting in Swiss schools.
About this template
This template provides Swiss schools with an anonymous bullying and harassment report form. It is designed to remove the barriers that prevent students, parents, and witnesses from reporting bullying — fear of retaliation, fear of not being believed, and uncertainty about what to do. The form collects an optional reporter identity, a description of the incident, the persons involved, how often the behaviour occurs, where it happens (in the classroom, in the playground, online), how it has affected the person being targeted, and what outcome the reporter is hoping for. No signature is required — this is a fully anonymous reporting tool.
What it collects
- Reporter identity — optional (name, year group, contact email). The form works without this.
- Who is being affected (first name or description only — no full details required)
- Description of the bullying or harassment incidents
- Type of bullying — physical, verbal, social/relational, cyberbullying
- Frequency — how often the behaviour occurs
- Locations — classroom, playground, school corridors, online/social media, other
- Impact on the affected person
- What the reporter would like to see happen as a result of this report
Anonymous reporting is protected
This form is designed for anonymous use. You do not have to provide your name, class, or contact details. If you do choose to provide contact information, it will be seen only by the designated school staff member responsible for welfare and bullying reports. No report will be shared with the person(s) being reported without a careful review process. Your safety matters.
How to use it
Use this template
Click 'Use template' to create a copy in your dashboard.
Set up anonymous access
Publish the form with no login required. Share the link on school notice boards, the school website, the student intranet, and in classrooms.
Assign a trained welfare contact
Designate one or two trained staff members who receive and act on reports. All submitted reports go directly to them.
Why anonymous bullying reporting matters in Swiss schools
Research consistently shows that bullying is significantly under-reported in schools. The main barriers are fear of retaliation, fear that nothing will be done, embarrassment, and not knowing how to report. An anonymous digital reporting channel removes all of these barriers at once. Students who would never approach a teacher in person — because they fear being seen, because they are not the target themselves, or because they are not sure whether what they witnessed counts as bullying — can submit a report safely and privately.
Swiss schools have a legal duty of care (Fuersorgepflicht) towards students. This includes protecting students from bullying, harassment, and discrimination. An anonymous reporting form is a practical tool that helps schools fulfil this duty by ensuring that incidents come to light — even when the affected student is too afraid or embarrassed to speak up directly. Schools that operate transparent, well-publicised anonymous reporting channels send a clear message to students that bullying is taken seriously.
Types of bullying this form covers
- Physical bullying — hitting, pushing, taking or damaging belongings
- Verbal bullying — name-calling, insults, threats, racial or homophobic language
- Social or relational bullying — exclusion, spreading rumours, manipulation of friendships
- Cyberbullying — harassment via messaging apps, social media, gaming platforms, or email
- Sexual harassment — unwanted sexual comments, touching or sharing of images
- Discrimination — targeting based on race, religion, disability, gender or sexuality
What happens after a report is submitted
All reports are reviewed by the designated welfare staff member. If the reporter has provided contact details, they may be contacted for clarification. The school then follows its internal anti-bullying protocol: fact-finding, conversations with the persons involved, support for the affected student, and appropriate consequences for confirmed bullying behaviour. Anonymous reports are taken just as seriously as identified reports. The reporter is not required to provide evidence — the school will conduct its own investigation.
Frequently asked questions
Will anyone find out I submitted this report?
If you do not provide your name or contact details, the report is completely anonymous. No identifying information is collected. If you do provide contact details, only the designated welfare staff member can see them. Your identity will not be shared with any student or with the persons named in the report.
What if I am not sure it counts as bullying?
Submit the report anyway. Let the welfare team decide. Bullying is defined as repeated, intentional harm — but even a single serious incident of harassment warrants a report. If you are not sure, describe what you saw or experienced as accurately as possible and let the school assess it. It is always better to report and let the school decide than to stay silent.
Can a parent use this form to report bullying affecting their child?
Yes. The form can be used by students, parents, siblings, or any person who has witnessed or learned about a bullying incident. Parents who prefer to report anonymously can do so without providing their name. Parents who wish to be followed up should include their contact details.
For more context, see our education use-case page and our guide to school duty of care obligations under Swiss cantonal education law.