St Mary's Catholic Primary School believes that it is always unacceptable for a child to experience abuse of any kind. We recognise our responsibility to safeguard the welfare of all children. We provide staff and volunteers with guidance to follow when they suspect a child may be experiencing abuse or at risk of harm. We work cooperatively with other agencies to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. We ensure that our concerns about our pupils are discussed with parents/carers first, unless we have reason to believe that such a move would be contrary to the child’s welfare.
KEY CONTACTS IN SCHOOL:
Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL): Mrs Rachel Chadbourne
Prevent Lead: Mrs Rachel Chadbourne
Deputy DSLs: Mrs Banat-Rinz, Ms King, Mrs Hilditch
If you have concerns that a child is suffering ANY form of neglect, abuse or cruelty, please contact the school and ask to speak with Mrs Rachel Chadbourne the Headteacher and DSL. Otherwise, you can also contact Warwickshire Children's Services/Family Connect on 01926 414144.
Lines are open from:
Monday to Thursday: 8.30am – 5.30pm
​Friday: 8.30am – 5pm
If you have an emergency outside of usual office hours, please contact the Family Connect emergency duty team on 01926 886922.
If you think that a child is at immediate risk, contact the police immediately on 999.
Helpful numbers and links for concerns about a child's safety:
Childline - 0800 11 11
NSPCC Helpline - 0808 800 5000
Samaritans - 116 123
National Suicide Prevention - 0800 689 5652
Teaching Your Child about Internet & Online Safety | NSPCC
Children and families – Warwickshire County Council
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