Odd Socks Day on 13th November was a show of solidarity against bullying as children and staff at St John’s joined schools across Britain to raise awareness of bullying and to bring lasting change to children’s lives. This day also provided another opportunity for the children to have fun, be themselves, and spread awareness of the core values Anti-Bullying Week promotes in connection with Anti-Bullying Alliance.
"Odd Socks Day is a great way to celebrate what makes us all unique in Anti-Bullying week with the message to reach out."
In support of this important message, Assemblies and activities were focused throughout the week kicking off with Odd Socks Day at the start of the week when children were invited to wear odd socks to embrace and recognise difference and individuality, and show their support for kindness and solidarity against bullying.
In 2022 more than 5 million children, thousands of parents and hundreds of workplaces got involved, with celebrity backing from the likes of Ant and Dec, Emma Willis, Brian May, Craig David and Sir Mo Farah.
"It is really important to show how we are all unique and different and that this is ok and should be celebrated."
