Safeguarding and Prevent Strategy

Safeguarding

As a school we are committed to safeguarding children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

 How do we safeguard children in our daily activities?

In the event that any child discloses something that concerns you or you overhear something that’s makes you suspicious of a child being at risk you must act.

 What should you do?

  • Listen carefully – do not interrupt
  • Clarify the facts – do not interrogate
  • Reassure the child
  • Avoid leading questions
  • Do not promise confidentiality
  • Record accurately using the child’s own words

 All information MUST to passed on to the child protection officers:

Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs)
 
Mrs K Mann - Headteacher
Mrs K Messenger - Deputy Head (currently on maternity leave)
Mrs E Horrocks - Curriculum Lead
Mrs Z Bendall - Inclusion Manager
 
 

If you  have concerns about the safety or wellbeing of a child you can do any of the following:

Call First Response on: 01296 383962 (out of hours 0800 9997677). They are able to offer you guidance and advice. If you think it is an emergency then call 999 immediately.

  • Helpful links for families
    Tips for staying safe online: Make sure you keep new online friends strictly online. If someone you don't know asks to be your online friend you must ensure an adult knows about it. Know how to use the CEOP Button and how to report it to the CEOP Centre if you are concerned about someone’s online behaviour towards you.

 
What is the Prevent Strategy?
 
'Prevent' is a Government Initiative designed to stop young people becoming terrorists or supporting terrorism, or extremist causes.
 
The Prevent Strategy covers all type of terrorism and extremism including extreme right wing, violent islamist groups, and other causes.
 
How does this apply to schools?
 
From July 2015, schools along with other organisations, have a duty to safeguard children from radicalisation and extremism. This means we have a responsibility to protect children from extremist and violent views in the same way that we protect them from drugs and violence.
 
Part of the Prevent Strategy is to make people aware of the risks, how to spot radicalisation, and where to go for help if you have concerns.
 
If you are worried about someone you can talk to the school, or get in touch with the Prevent Team for advice and support. To co this call the police using the 101 number and ask for a Prevent officer.