Know What Constitutes a Safeguarding Concern

People in need fall into two categories.

Children in Need

Under the Children Act 1989, a child in need is defined as one who is unlikely to achieve or maintain a reasonable level of health or development. It could also mean a child whose health and/or development is likely to be impaired or a child who is disabled.

Children Suffering or Likely to Suffer Significant Harm

Under section 47 of the Children Act 1989, it’s the legal and moral responsibility of authorities or organisations to make enquiries or take action in regards to any suspected abuse or maltreatment.

Please complete this short form to let us know of any concerns you may be having.

A safeguarding concern is not limited to the following

Physical and sexual abuse

Sexual harassment and violence

Emotional harm

On and offline bullying

Other types of bullying

Teenage relationship abuse

You can make contact with school using this or Smartsheet Form 365 days a year. Your details will be recorded. Although you may not receive a response during a holiday you can rest knowing that your concern will be picked up by the schools safeguarding team upon your return.

Please remember that we cannot keep a secret, as teaching professionals, we must inform other professionals of your concern