Child Protection at St Nicholas C of E Primary School
At St Nicholas C of E Primary School, we respect and value all children and are committed to providing a caring, friendly and safe environment for all our pupils so they can learn, in a relaxed and secure atmosphere.
We believe every pupil should be able to participate in all school activities in an enjoyable and safe environment and be protected from harm. This is the responsibility of every adult employed by, or invited to deliver services at, St Nicholas C of E Primary School.
We recognise our responsibility to safeguard all who access school and promote the welfare of all our pupils by protecting them from physical, sexual and emotional abuse, radicalisation, neglect and bullying.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The designated members of staff for Safeguarding are:
Designated Safeguarding Lead:
Mr James Webb- Executive Head (james.webb@at.bwmat.org)
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead:
Mrs Maxine Mewett- SENCO (maxine.mewett@henstridgestnicholas.bwmat.org)
Mr Chris Pavey- Head of School (christopher.pavey@henstridgestnicholas.bwmat.org)
Designated Safeguarding Governor:
Mr Adam Wilson
The aim of our Child Protection work is to safeguard and promote our children’s welfare, safety, health and guidance by fostering an honest, open caring and supportive climate. Their welfare is of paramount importance. St Nicholas Church of England Primary School fully recognises the responsibility it has under the Education Act 2002 and the contribution it can make to protect children and support them in school. All staff involved with children (teaching and non-teaching) have a responsibility to be mindful of issues related to children’s safety and welfare and a duty to report and refer any concerns.
If you are worried about a child or young person who could be in danger, please contact:
- A school Designated Safeguarding Lead: Mr Webb
- Children’s Social Care on 0300 123 2224
- Children’s Social Care at childrens@somerset.gov.uk
- The Police.
For more information, please go to: http://www.somerset.gov.uk/childrens-services/safeguarding-children/report-a-child-at-risk/
You can find important information about safeguarding by clicking on the links below. Please find the Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy on our policies page:
Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy
Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024
Parent Pamphlet on the Prevent Strategy
E-Safety Policy and Acceptable Use Policies
NSPCC guide - parent information - underwear rule
NSPCC Guide - Doing more to protect children against radicalisation
Educate against hate - information for parents
Understanding Child Sexual Exploitation Leaflet_July 2018 (2)
Child Exploitation Session for Parents
County lines leaflet final - ASP_Jan 2022 v1