Safeguarding legislation and government guidance say that safeguarding means:
- Protecting children from maltreatment
- Preventing impairment of children’s health or development
- Ensuring that children are growing up in circumstances consistent with the provision of safe and effective care
- Taking action to enable all children and young people to have the best outcome
Safeguarding includes child protection, health care plans, health and safety, site security, safety on school trips, and anti-bullying work.
Safeguarding and protecting our students from harm and promoting their welfare is crucial. At Connaught School for Girls, we strive to make school a safe place where students can feel secure; where they are encouraged to talk and they believe they will be heard.
Connaught School for Girls is also part of Operation Encompass, in partnership with the Metropolitan Police. This means that the school is informed before the start of the school day if one of our students has been involved in, or exposed to, a domestic incident that has been reported to the police. Following the incident, our staff can support the student to meet their needs.
Should you wish to discuss any issues related to Child Protection and or Safeguarding issues, please contact any member of the Safeguarding team, via the school office or by emailing: safeguarding@connaught.waltham.sch.uk
Please note: messages can only be responded to during school hours and the school term. In an emergency, please contact the Police.