MoodTracker: Helping to Tackle Bullying in Australian Schools

Bullying remains a serious threat to student wellbeing.

While schools across Australia continue to make progress in promoting respectful relationships and safer learning environments, bullying - both in-person and online - still affects too many children. Cyberbullying in particular has become more difficult to detect, as students may not speak up and often internalise their emotions.

When a child withdraws, acts out, or becomes noticeably quieter, it can be hard for teachers to know what’s going on - especially in busy classrooms where emotional shifts are subtle and complex.

Why Early Detection Matters

According to the Australian Student Wellbeing Framework, schools are expected to foster inclusive environments that support students to feel safe, connected, and respected. Yet, many educators report feeling under-equipped to identify or respond to signs of emotional distress or bullying until the damage is already done.

This is where MoodTracker steps in.

A Simple, Daily Check-In

MoodTracker is an interactive tool that allows primary school students to log their emotions twice a day - once in the morning and once after lunch. Using a friendly touchscreen interface, students select how they’re feeling and whether their emotions relate to home or school life.

This small but consistent check-in gives students a safe outlet to express themselves, while teachers gain insight into their emotional world.

Helping Teachers Spot the Signs of Bullying

Teachers and wellbeing staff can review student mood patterns over time via a secure, online portal. If a student consistently logs feeling “sad” or “anxious” after lunch, but arrives in the morning feeling “happy” or “excited,” it may indicate a change in social dynamics during break times—an early warning sign of potential bullying.

MoodTracker was developed with educators to be easy-to-use and powerful in practice, offering:

• Clear data visualisation to identify trends

• Whole-class and individual student insights

• Early intervention opportunities

• Emotion vocabulary building for students

By supporting students to identify and articulate how they feel, schools can create safer, more emotionally aware environments where students are heard—and bullying is more likely to be noticed early.

Aligned With Australian Wellbeing Goals

MoodTracker aligns with the goals of the Australian Student Wellbeing Framework, supporting all five key elements: Leadership, Inclusion, Student Voice, Partnerships, and Support. It empowers teachers and students alike to take an active role in mental health and safety, every single day.

Contact our team for a free demo and learn how MoodTracker can support your school in building a mentally healthy, inclusive environment.