Safeguarding

We all have a statutory duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children.

If you have any concerns about the health and safety of a child at our school or feel that something may be troubling them, you should share this information with an appropriate member of staff straight away.

Some issues e.g. a child’s appearance, hygiene, general behaviour, can be shared with any teacher or member of support staff. Do not worry that you may be reporting small matters – we would rather that you tell us things no matter how small.

However, if you think the matter is very serious and may be related to a child protection concern, e.g. physical, sexual, emotional abuse or neglect, you must talk to one of the people listed in the attachments below immediately. If you are unable to contact them you can ask the school office staff to find them and ask them to speak to you straight away about a confidential and urgent matter.

The Designated Safeguarding Lead (Safeguarding/Prevent)

Miss Nicky Fallon

Her office is located in the Inclusion/Learning Mentor’s Room

Her telephone number is: 01302 853289 Extension 211

The Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (Safeguarding/Prevent)

Mrs Tracey Lawes

Her office is located in the Inclusion/Learning Mentor’s Room

Her telephone number is: 01302 853289 Extension 205

Out of hours safeguarding number:

Nicky Fallon                        07385 663493

The Head Teacher

Mrs Kate Hallam

The Head Teachers Office

Her telephone number is: 01302 853289 Extension 204

Our named Safeguarding Governor is Felicity Burton.

Any allegation or disclosure involving someone who works with children in a paid or voluntary capacity must be reported directly to the Head Teacher or Senior Manager, unless it involves them and then it should be reported directly to the Chair of the Governing Body or Management Committee.

Safeguarding children is everyone’s responsibility.  If you have any concerns about a child out of school hours, please telephone 01302 737777