Safeguarding
Safeguarding in our school
Kislingbury CE Primary School fully recognises the contribution it can make to protect children and support them in school. The pupils safety and welfare are of paramount importance to us.
The school's Designated Safeguarding Lead is Mrs Sophie Wells (Principal)
The Deputy Safeguarding leads are: Mrs J Lunn and Miss Annemarie Helmn.
Contact can be made with these members of the school team through the main number on: 01604 831172 or email at head@kislingbury.pdet.org.uk
A copy of our Safeguarding Policy can be found on our Policies page.
What to do if you have a concern about a child or family
Speak with one the safeguarding leads at school.
Safeguarding across professional partners in Northamptonshire is co-ordinated by the Northamptonshire Safeguarding Children Partnership. The Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) is a triage and advice hub for members of the public as well as professionals to share concerns about the welfare and safety of children in the county.
Contact Northamptonshire Children's Trust Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) on 0300 126 3000 / 7000 or report a concern online.
If it is an emergency and you think that a child may be in immediate danger, please contact the emergency services directly by calling 999.
What to do if you have a concern about an adult
If you have concerns in relation to an adult's behaviour, contact the West Northamptonshire Designated Officer.
We have a policy on Safeguarding concerns or allegations made against adults which you can find on our Policies page.
Safeguarding themes and information for parents
- How to make safe and healthy journeys when travelling with children: Advice for parents and families | Brake
- Better health - healthier families: Healthier Families - Home - NHS (www.nhs.uk)
- County lines: https://safeguarding.network/content/safeguarding-resources/child-criminal-exploitation/county-lines/
- Support groups and organisations for victims of domestic violence:
EVE (formerly NVCFR): www.eveda.org.uk
A registered charity working with survivors of domestic violence and abuse since 1984. We are based in Northampton but take referrals for refuge accommodation from all over the Country. We have been running a Family Refuge in Northamptonshire for over 35 years.
Our Restored Programme helps women who are victims of domestic abuse to rebuild their lives and prepares them for a future. We offer therapeutic group work sessions for women, children and families that help them to identify domestic abuse and to develop the resilience and confidence to change their lives. We also train professionals in a range of topics to help them help victims become survivors.
WEN Women's Aid: www.wenwomensaid.co.uk
Provides safe, secure and confidential accommodation in three refuges within Northamptonshire for women and their children who are fleeing domestic violence or the threat of domestic violence. We also provide an Outreach & Support Service for women who live in their own accommodation.
www.thehideout.org.uk
Women's Aid have created this space to help children and young people to understand domestic abuse, and how to take positive action if it's happening to you.
The website has pages aimed directly at children, young people and adults.
National Domestic Violence Helpline: www.nationaldomesticviolencehelpline.org.uk
24-hour National Domestic Violence Freephone Helpline 0808 2000 247
Immediate information and support for women experiencing domestic violence.
If lines are busy on the Helpline, keep trying. Quieter periods are after 4pm, evenings, nights and weekends. In an emergency, always call the police by dialling 999.
In addition to the Helpline, the Women’s Aid and Refuge website links can provide immediate online support and information for women experiencing domestic violence.
Domestic Abuse Against Men - NHS Choices
Information and help on the NHS Choices website for men who may be experiencing Domestic Abuse.
