Safeguarding 

Please contact school and ask for the Designated Safeguarding Lead or a member of the safeguarding team if you have a safeguarding concern relating to a student.  Share concerns early - no issue is too small.  In an emergency contact the police or the Multi Agency Children's Hub directly on 0300 373 2724.

For information on our school Child Protection, E-Safety and Health and Safety Policies and our "Prevent" risk assessment please see the policies page of this website. 

For information about how schools handle safeguarding concerns, read this useful guide.

We collaborate with our Local Authority safeguarding teams, social care, the police, mental health support services and attendance and early help teams. This ensures children receive the right support at the right time.  

Guidance and advice for parents and young people can also be found on the Westmorland and Furness Safeguarding Children Partnership website.  This website provides information and links for support relating to a wide range of issues. 

Please click on the links below for advice and guidance on internet safety and the use of mobile technology.

                                        Additional Guidance for Parents

                                                      NSPCC            Internet Matters      Young Minds

Our school is proud to be part of Operation Encompass, a national initiative that supports children and young people who may have been affected by domestic abuse.

Operation Encompass ensures that when the police attend an incident of domestic abuse where children are present, or normally live in the household, the school’s Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) is notified before the start of the next school day. This early sharing of information allows us to provide immediate, confidential support to pupils who may be experiencing distress or disruption at home.

Only the DSL and deputy DSLs receive this information and it is handled with the highest level of sensitivity and confidentiality. Our priority is always the safety, wellbeing and emotional security of every child.

If you would like to know more about Operation Encompass or how we support students affected by domestic abuse, please contact our safeguarding team.