safeguarding
Gentleshaw Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, fully recognising and understanding our responsibility under section 157/175 of The Education Action 2002 and Keeping Children Safe in Education September 2023. Parents can feel confident that carefully thought out policies, procedures and practice are in place, underpinned by advice from the Staffordshire Safeguarding Children Board and taking account of guidance issued by the DfE (Government Department for Education).
Our Safeguarding Team
Miss G Saunders - Headteacher - Designated Safeguarding Lead
Mrs S Armiger - Deputy Headteacher - Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Mrs C Goodsir - EYFS Lead- Deputy Safeguarding Lead
Mrs S Stoddart- Nominated Governor for Child Protection
We are committed to ensuring that all stakeholders within our school are aware of their responsibilities in relation to safeguarding and child protection. Staff and Governors must:
Know the procedures that should be followed if they have a cause for concern
Know where to go to find additional information regarding safeguarding
Are aware of the key indicators relating to child abuse
Fully support the school's commitment to safeguarding and child protection.
Useful Links
E-Safety policy
