Safeguarding Polices and Procedures

At Culverhill School we are committed to creating and maintaining a safe and secure environment for pupils, students, staff, governors, volunteers and visitors and promote a climate where children, young people and adults will feel confident about sharing any concerns which they may have about their own safety or the well-being of others. We have a culture of vigilance to safeguard our children.

Sally Clark - Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), SLT - If you have any concerns about a child at Culverhill School please contact sally.clark@culverhillschool.org.uk or ring the school number 01454 553001

Chris Walker - Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), SLT - If you have any concerns about a child at Culverhill School please contact Chris.walker@culverhillschool.org.uk or ring the school number 01454 553001

Sarah Holt - Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), SLT - If you have any concerns about a child at Culverhill School please contact sarah.holt@culverhillschool.org.uk or ring the school number 01454 553001

Our policy draws on all relevant legislation and guidance including:

The Children Act (1989 and 2004);
Keeping Children Safe in Education: Statutory guidance for schools and colleges 2024 ( All of our staff have had KSCIE training September 2024).
The Prevent Duty (2015) Prevent is about safeguarding individuals from being drawn into terrorism, ensuring those vulnerable to extremist and terrorist ideas are given appropriate advice and support at an early stage.
- The Prevent Duty Guidance makes it clear that frontline staff who engage with the public should:
- understand what radicalisation means and why people may be vulnerable to being drawn into terrorism as a consequence of it.
- be aware of what we mean by the term “extremism” and the relationship between extremism and terrorism.
- know what measures are available to prevent people from becoming drawn into terrorism and how to challenge the extremist ideology that can be associated with it. Understand how to obtain support for people who may be being exploited by radicalising influences.
- Educate Against Hate – Prevent Radicalisation & Extremism
- Lets Talk about Radicalisation
  Resources and information around staying safe online, spotting the potential signs of Radicalisation and where to gain support
  
  Act Early: help and advice around what to do if you are worried about someone being radicalised
  
  http://www.gov.uk/government/publications/prevent-duty-guidance
  
  At Culverhill School our PSHE and RE curriculum aim to promote the spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of learners and supports wider community cohesion. At Culverhill School learners develop understanding and appreciation of diversity and fundamental British Values through our broad and balanced curriculum.
  
  Please see the links below for further advice and support
- The The four guiding principles of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC); and Working Together to Safeguard Children (2018) updated Dec 2020.

Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) - John Goddard (lado@southglos.gov.uk Tel: 01454 868508 )
Access and Response Team – 01454 86 6000 (during working hours) 01454 615165 ‐ Out of hours and at weekends
Emergency duty team – 01454 615165 (out of hours)
Police – 101 for non-urgent issues & 999 if urgent and an immediate response is needed
Next Link provides support services for women, men and children who are, or have been victims of domestic abuse- Next Link South Glos domestic abuse services from Next Link Housing
Samaritans provides support provides emotional support for anyone who’s struggling to cope, who needs someone to listen without judgment or pressure- Telephone 116 123 or Visit The Samaritans Website
Mind - If you're finding things hard, you're not alone. We're here to help and support you. Mind can also provide information and support. https://www.mind.org.uk/
Child Line - Culverhill staff are here for you, whatever's on your mind. However Child line can also support you. Guide you. Help you make decisions that are right for you. Their tips and techniques, ideas and inspiration, can help you feel more in control. And you can access them in your own time, at your own pace! https://www.childline.org.uk/
Young Minds - Whether you want to understand more about how you're feeling and find ways to feel better, or you want to support someone who's struggling, we can help advise you or you can speak to young minds. https://www.youngminds.org.uk/
National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children. - Discover all about the work NSPCC do to prevent abuse, help rebuild children's lives and support families. NSPCC https://www.nspcc.org.uk/
- Online Safety information - https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/online-safety/talking-child-online-safety/
- Bullying and Cyber bullying - https://www.nspcc.org.uk/what-is-child-abuse/types-of-abuse/bullying-and-cyberbullying/
- Talk PANTS helps children understand that their body belongs to them, and they should tell someone they trust if anything makes them feel upset or worried. https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/support-for-parents/pants-underwear-rule/

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Safeguarding Polices and Procedures

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