You do not need to be certain before you report
The safeguarding inbox is not monitored every day during school holidays. If your concern is urgent and it is a holiday period, do not wait for a reply.
Children's services covers urgent concerns, including during school holidays. If you are worried about a child, tell us or tell children's services.
Who to speak to about a child
If you are unsure who to speak to about a child, contact the school and ask for the Designated Safeguarding Lead.
Ms Katrina Venner
Holds ultimate responsibility for safeguarding at Kingsley School, and is the first point of contact for any concern about a child’s safety or welfare.
Ms Claudia Bickford-Smith
Oversees safeguarding on behalf of the proprietor and holds the school to account for its safeguarding duties. She can be contacted directly at claudia.bickford-smith@aldateseducation.com.
Safeguarding runs through everything we do
Every member of staff and every volunteer is expected to act on a concern rather than pass it by. Concerns are recorded, and the Designated Safeguarding Lead decides on the right response, working with external agencies where needed.
The full policies, and where to find them
Our full safeguarding policy and child protection policy set out these arrangements in detail, along with the roles and duties behind them.
Safeguarding incidents can happen here at Kingsley School, as they can in any school. Please report a concern rather than wait until you are certain.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the Designated Safeguarding Lead?
The Designated Safeguarding Lead is Ms Katrina Venner. She holds ultimate responsibility for safeguarding at Kingsley and is the first point of contact for any concern about a child.
How do I report a safeguarding concern?
Email safeguarding@kingsleydevon.com, or phone 01237 426200 and ask for the Designated Safeguarding Lead. If a child is in immediate danger, call 999. You do not need to be certain before you report.
What happens during school holidays?
The safeguarding inbox is not monitored every day during school holidays. If your concern is urgent in a holiday period, do not wait for a reply: call 999 if a child is in immediate danger, or contact Devon children’s services on 0345 155 1071, which covers urgent concerns all year round.
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