Safeguarding and Child Protection

Abbey College fully recognises the responsibility it has under section 157/175 of the Education Act 2002 to have arrangements in place to safeguard and promote the welfare of children.

Through their day-to-day contact with pupils and direct work with families all staff in school have a responsibility to:

• Identify concerns early to prevent them from escalating;
• Provide a safe environment in which children can learn;
• Identify children who may benefit from early help;
• Know what to do if a child tells them he/she is being abused or neglected;
• Follow the referral process if they have a concern

Key Personnel

The Designated Safeguarding Lead for Child Protection is: Kate Wibberley

The following members of staff have also received the Designated Safeguarding Lead training: Debbie Neal, Claire Peattie, and Lisa Gregory

The nominated governor for Safeguarding and Child Protection is: Madeleine Jackson

If you would like to contact the schools safeguarding team please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or phone 01487 812352

Policies

The relevant Safeguarding & Child Protection Policies can be found on the Statutory Information Page.

• Anti-Bullying policy
• Attendance Policy
• E-Safety Policy
• Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy
• Special Educational Needs (SEN) Policy 2018
• Whistle Blowing Policy