Safeguarding is everybody’s responsibility

Children have a right to be cared for and protected, protecting them is everyone’s responsibility. At Cayton School we have a duty of care to ensure that all users of the school are kept safe from harm. We are committed to provide a secure and supportive environment in which children can develop and grow into mature and responsible people. Safeguarding children is an essential part of our holistic approach to ensure that children are protected from abuse and neglect and that every child reaches their full potential.

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The best interests of the children will always be our priority. As such, there are times we will need to record, monitor and share information with other agencies. We will share concerns about our pupils with the child’s parents/carers unless we have reason to believe that such a move would not be in the child’s best interest.

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Cayton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, parents, governors, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment.’

Whilst on our premises the following must be observed

 

Health and Safety – Your safety and wellbeing during your visit are important to us. As a visitor, you have a legal duty to care for the Health & Safety of yourself and others.

 

Emergency – If the fire alarm should sound, please leave the building by the nearest safe exit and proceed to the assembly point on the junior playground. Do not re-enter the building until you are told it is safe to do so.

 

Personal Property – The School cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage to vehicles and/or possessions whilst using or visiting the premises. Mobile phones must be switched off.

 

Classrooms – Please do not enter classrooms unless escorted by a member of staff or by prior arrangement.

 

Safeguarding Children - If you have any concern that a child has been harmed, is at risk of harm, or you receive a disclosure, please contact the main reception as quickly as possible, and ask to speak to a member of staff with responsibility for child protection.

 

By signing our ‘signing in book’ you agree that you have read and will abide by the above terms and conditions.