Protecting learners in the classroom when school doesn’t feel safe

For many people, school is supposed to be a safe space — a place where learners grow, feel supported and develop the confidence to pursue their future. But for some learners, school environments can sometimes be challenging, uncomfortable or even unsafe.Across the country, there have been ongoing conversations about learner safety, teacher conduct, bullying, and the responsibility schools have to protect children while they are in their care.This afternoon we’re opening up an important conversation about moments when learners may feel they need to protect themselves within the schooling environment — whether it’s from bullying, unfair treatment, or situations involving educators. To help us understand what systems are in place and what learners and parents should do when issues arise, we’re joined by a communications representative from the Gauteng Department of Education.    Get ready for the ride of your life with Thando Thabethe, Matt Flax, and Lerato Höffele every Monday to Friday from 3–6pm.  Strap in for out-of-the-box topics, games, anecdotes, and antics that everyone—young and old—can enjoy. Test your general knowledge with Can’t Beat, take on the Tuesday Challenge, and don’t miss the Friday Live edition from Montecasino, featuring the hottest guests.   Thank you for listening to the Drive with Thando podcast  Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 to 18:00 to Drive with Thando broadcast on 947 https://buff.ly/y34dh8Y  For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/DPbJW3r or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/ODmGX07  Subscribe to the 947 Weekly Newsletter here https://buff.ly/hf9IuR9  Follow us on social media    947 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/947Joburg/  947 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@947joburg  947 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/947joburg  947 on X https://x.com/947   947 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@947Joburg See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.