Westwood Farm School

Safeguarding

Our Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) is Geraldine Ross

We have 4 Deputy Designated Leads (DDSLs);

Adam Abery

Tash Howlett (McKee Class)

Maggie Dutton

Sam Wall

Our Safeguarding Governor is Wendy Binstead

Safeguarding Statement

At Westwood Farm Schools we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils in our care.  The health, welfare and safety of all our pupils is taken seriously and all staff and volunteers are aware of their responsibilities and they will do all they can to provide a safe, caring and positive environment where children feel happy and secure.

Safeguarding Handbook for Parents - Autumn 2023

Safeguarding Statement - September 2024

Safeguarding Brochure for Visitors - September 2024

Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy - April 2024

Child on Child Abuse Policy - March 2023 

NSPCC Online Safety

https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/online-safety/online-safety-blog/2023-01-12-is-whatsapp-safe-for-my-child/

https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/online-safety/online-safety-blog/is-snapchat-safe-for-my-child/

https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/online-safety/online-safety-blog/child-safe-settings-tiktok/

 https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/online-safety/

Child Safety Online - A practical guide for parents and carers whose children are using social media

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/child-safety-online-a-practical-guide-for-parents-and-carers/child-safety-online-a-practical-guide-for-parents-and-carers-whose-children-are-using-social-media

NSPCC - Talk PANTS and Stay Safe

https://www.nspcc.org.uk/globalassets/documents/pants-2018/underwear-rule-parents-guide-children-autism.pdf

The Lucy Faithfull Foundation - A resource for parents 'What's The Problem?' A guide for parents of young children who have got into trouble online.

https://www.parentsprotect.co.uk/