September 29th 2024.
Recent statistics have shown that schools are increasingly becoming a hub for violence. The data reveals a staggering 60% rise in violent incidents at public schools in NSW in just one year. It is a concerning trend that has caught the attention of many, including public education staff who report an average of 16 incidents per day across Sydney schools.
The numbers are even more alarming when broken down by region. Most of these violent incidents are concentrated in the western and south-western suburbs of Sydney, such as Bankstown, Penrith, Liverpool, and Fairfield. In 2023 alone, there were a total of 453 reported incidents in these areas. Comparatively, the northern suburbs saw 275 incidents, while the south saw 261.
One of the most worrying aspects of these incidents is the involvement of weapons, which has seen a significant 10% increase over the past two years. Additionally, criminal activity has also risen by a staggering 85% in 2023. This means that on average, a student in NSW is exposed to a crime at school every four days.
The Shadow Minister for Education, Sarah Mitchell, has expressed her concerns about this spike in violence, stating that it is "frightening". She believes that such incidents not only disrupt the learning environment but also make students and staff feel unsafe. Mitchell also believes that this trend can have a negative impact on educational outcomes.
In response to these alarming statistics, the state government has announced a new behavior policy set to be implemented in January. The aim is to reduce violent outbursts and make it easier for principals to suspend students. However, it remains to be seen if this policy will be effective in curbing violence in schools.
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