Safeguarding

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility

At Pike Fold, the health, safety and welfare of our children are of paramount importance to us. We respect our pupils and want to provide them with a stimulating and safe environment that encourages them to do their best.

In order to keep our children safe at school, we

ensure that all our staff – through their induction and on going training - have a clear understanding of their responsibilities towards our children’s safeguarding
make sure that we have a range of clear and up to date policies and procedures in place to ensure the safety and protection of our pupils in all aspects of school life
ensure that we teach our pupils how to keep themselves healthy and safe – in and out of school
ensure that we audit our safeguarding practices regularly so we remain vigilant

We expect all staff, governors and volunteers to share this commitment to safeguarding our pupils.

The school adheres to the following three DfE safeguarding documents:

Working Together to Safeguard Children
Keeping Children Safe in Education
The Prevent Duty Guidance

We listen to our pupils and take seriously what they tell us. All staff receive annual Safeguarding training and are aware of the procedures for passing on concerns within school and children are made aware of the adults they can talk to if they have any concerns. Staff are trained to look out for signs of physical/emotional harm or neglect and are required to report these to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).

Concerns

At Pike Fold Primary, the safety and wellbeing of every child is our highest priority. We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, governors, and volunteers to share this commitment. If you have any concerns about a child’s welfare or safety, please contact our Designated Safeguarding Lead, 0161-702-3669

If you have concerns for a child outside of school hours, please contact Children's Services directly on 0161-234-5001. Your information will always be treated in the strictest of confidence.

Designated Safeguarding Lead

Mrs Farnell-Hill, Headteacher

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads

Mrs Stevenson, Senior Safeguarding, Admissions and Attendance Officer

Mrs McKeever, Deputy Head

Mr Morris, Deputy Head

Miss Hawcroft, Deputy Head

Mr Graham, Assistant Head

Mrs Woods, After School Club Lead

Mrs Phelan, After School Club