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Safeguarding

At Meavy we recognise that all staff and governors have a full and active part to play in protecting our students from harm, and that the welfare of the children is our paramount concern. Everyone who comes into contact with children has an important part to play.

At Meavy we recognise that all staff and governors have a full and active part to play in protecting our students from harm, and that the welfare of the children is our paramount concern. Everyone who comes into contact with children has an important part to play.

All staff believe that our school should provide a caring, positive, safe and stimulating environment that promotes the social, physical and moral development of the individual child.

All staff believe that our school should provide a caring, positive, safe and stimulating environment that promotes the social, physical and moral development of the individual child.

Safeguarding team at Meavy C of E Primary School

  • Designated Safeguarding Lead - Mrs Kate Gawadzyn Head teacher
  • Deputy Designated safeguarding Leads - Mrs Cherylynn Millar and Mrs Tracy Coupland
  • Safeguarding Governor - Mrs Maddy Carr

Safeguarding officers

If you have any safeguarding concerns, please contact one of our safeguarding leads. 

If you are concerned that a child is being abused please call

0345 155 1071

If it’s an emergency call 999

Important Documents

Meavy C of E Primary School Safeguarding Policy 2024-2025

 

We endeavour to provide a safe and welcoming environment where children are respected and valued. We are alert to the signs of abuse and neglect and follow our procedures to ensure that children receive effective support, protection and justice. The procedures contained in this policy apply to all staff, volunteers and governors.

Policy principles

  • The welfare of the child is paramount
  • All children, regardless of age, gender, ability, culture, race, language, religion or sexual identity, have equal rights to protection
  • All staff have an equal responsibility to act on any suspicion or disclosure that may suggest a child is at risk of harm
  • Pupils and staff involved in child protection issues will receive appropriate support

Policy aims

  • To provide all staff with the necessary information to enable them to meet their child protection responsibilities
  • To ensure consistent good practice
  • To demonstrate the school’s commitment with regard to child protection to pupils, parents and other partners

Keeping Children Safe in Education

ChildNet – Know It All Resources - Education resources designed to help educate parents and young people about safe and positive use of the internet.

ThinkUKnow - Website for children, young people and parents highlighting internet, mobile phone and gaming safety from the Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre.

NSPCC Online safety advice

 

Should you require advice, or have any questions about e-safety, please do not hesitate to contact the teaching staff or our Designated Safeguarding Officer.

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