Safeguarding is the process of protecting children from abuse and neglect, and preventing an impairment of their health and development. Safeguarding ensures children and young people are growing up in circumstances consistent with the provision of safe and effective care that optimises their life chances in order to enter adulthood successfully.
We are committed to safeguarding all and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Parents/carers can feel confident that careful and thorough procedures are in place to ensure that all staff and volunteers are suitable to work with children within the academy. The academy encourages parents/carers and children to talk freely about any concerns or worries which may affect any progress. It is important to us that parents/carers and pupils see the academy as a safe place.
Children will be taken seriously if they seek help from a member of staff. Pupils may be referred or signposted for additional bespoke support from external agencies who work closely with the academy. The academy will endeavour to work in partnership with parents/carers at all times to inform them of additional support required or accessed for their child. However, staff cannot guarantee to consult parents/carers first, or to keep children’s concerns confidential, if a referral must be made to agencies in order to safeguard the child’s welfare.
If you have any concerns relating to any pupil in our academy please contact one of the members of our Safeguarding Team. All policies related to safeguarding and anti-bullying can be found here.