Safeguarding
Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do because every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and protected. We are committed to creating a nurturing environment where children can thrive, knowing their wellbeing is our top priority.
What is Safeguarding ?
The phrases ‘child protection’ and ‘safeguarding’ are often used interchangeably, but the words have distinct meanings. The key statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ explains what safeguarding is:
Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is defined as:
- protecting children from maltreatment;
- preventing impairment of children’s health or development;
- ensuring that children grow up in circumstances consistent with the provision of safe and effective care;
- and taking action to enable all children to have the best outcomes.
Put simply safeguarding is:
- Child protection
- Supporting vulnerable children
- Safe care, at home, in school and in the community
- Taking action
Safeguarding at Ray Lodge Primary is placed at the heart of all it does. We have a clear safeguarding ethos, a policy that sets out clear expectations and processes, and high-quality training that ensures all staff know what to do and they do it consistently across the school.
Other key aspects of safeguarding at Ray Lodge include:
- Attendance
- Medical Protocols
- Safer Recruitment
- Security
- Community issues
- Online safety
- Risk
- Curriculum
- Partnership working
- Transition Planning