Safeguarding Statement

Woodhouse Eaves St. Paul's C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We have a number of policies and procedures in place that contribute to our safeguarding commitment, including our Child Protection / Safeguarding Policy.

Sometimes we may need to share information and work in partnership with other agencies when there are concerns about a child's welfare. We will ensure that our concerns about our pupils are discussed with his/her parents/carers first unless we have reason to believe that such a move would be contrary to the child's welfare.

We actively support the Government's Prevent Agenda to counter radicalism and extremism.

Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL): Mrs L Gilchrist (Head Teacher)

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL): Mr G Davis (Deputy Head Teacher)

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL): Mrs S Halsall (Deputy Head Teacher)

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL): Mrs K Rivers (EYFS Teacher)

Out of Hours Safeguarding

Please be aware that during the school holidays and times when the school is closed, you are still able to inform us of any child protection concerns you may have on our out-of-hours email address safeguarding@stpauls.risemat.co.uk

If you have an immediate concern and feel that a child is at risk of significant harm or danger, please contact the police.

You can also contact Leicestershire County Council Children's Social Care and Early Help, who will be able to offer further advice and guidance. They can be contacted on (0116) 305 0888.

If you would like to discuss a concern with a member of the school's safeguarding team, please call the school office on (01509) 890 483. Alternatively, you can email safeguarding@stpauls.risemat.co.uk