Safeguarding

Safeguarding is an integral part of our life at St Anne's and is everyone's responsibility. All St Anne's staff receive annual training to help them to recognise abuse and to promote the welfare of our children. All staff and Governors are asked to read and sign to say that they understand the St Anne's Safeguarding Policy and the most recent version of Keeping Children Safe in Education document on a yearly basis.

It is important for children to feel safe. Our day-to-day practices, our curriculum and through the use of specialist organisations such as the NSPCC, help empower our children by teaching them how to recognise abuse, stay safe on and offline and to use their voices to speak out.

Children are encouraged to talk to a trusted adult if they are worried about anything. This can be done face to face or a note can be put in their class worry box.

At times, we may need to share information, get advice or work in partnership with other agencies if we are concerned about a child's welfare. We believe it is always better to be transparent with all parties at these times and work together to achieve the best outcomes. Our school is an Operation Encompass school, this means we may receive notifications from outside agencies, such as the police, if they have any concerns

There may be times when you need extra help and support. If this is the case, please come and talk to us. There are many ways in which we can help.

If you have any concerns regarding a child or safeguarding at our school, please raise them with the Designated Safeguarding Lead. If they are not available speak to the Deputy Safeguarding Leads.

Our Designated Safeguarding Lead is: 
Mrs K Bennett

Our Deputy Safeguarding Leads are:
Mrs L Ward and Mrs F Gill 

Local Governing Board Safeguarding Representative:

Mrs D Hodgkinson

Reporting a Concern

We all have a duty to protect children and young people from harm. If you have any concerns about a child or young person, it is always best to share them.

If you think a child is in immediate danger please contact the police on 999.

If a child is not in immediate danger, but at risk of harm contact:

Staffordshire Childrens Advice and Support Service (SCAS) on:

0300 111 8007

Opening times

• Monday to Thursday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
• Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Out of hours

Outside of the hours above, or on weekends and bank holidays, please contact the Emergency Duty Team by phoning 0345 604 2886 ( or Mobile 07815 492613)

What happens when you call SCAS?

Social workers follow up every report where they believe a child may be at risk of harm. They will talk to other people who know the child and may be able to provide a clearer picture. This includes teachers, health visitors and members of the child's family.

After this several things could happen:

• No further action will be taken
• Help and support will be offered to the family
• An investigation will take place

Additional advice when worried about a child

The NSPCC is a registered charity fighting to end child abuse in the UK. On their website you can find advice on how you can keep children safe, where to go for help, and the latest news stories relating to child safety.

If you're worried about a child or young person, you can contact the NSPCC helpline for support and advice for free - Call NSPCC on 0808 800 5000 or access their website.

Keeping children safe online 

Children use the internet in many ways, it is a place for them to play, learn, create and connect. But with the digital world changing all the time, how can you make sure your child’s staying safe? Take a look at our online safety page or the links below for further information regarding online safety that will help you to ensure children stay safe in the digital world:

Staffordshire online safety safeguarding resource hub

NSPCC online safeguarding parent advice

Bullying UK - cyber bullying information and advice

Further Advice:

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