Safeguarding
We take our responsibilities in the safeguarding of children at our school very seriously, following the guidance set out by the Department for Education. All members of our school community play a part in keeping our children safe. Here you can find out about the systems we have in place to do so, and what to do if you have any concerns about the safety of our children.
If you have any concerns about a child – please do act!
Who to contact if you have a safeguarding concern
If you have any concerns about the safety of a child then please contact Mr Daniel Burns (Headteacher) who is the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL). Mrs Emma Dixon (Deputy Headteacher) and Mrs Jane Holden (Welfare Officer) are both Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads and they can be contacted in the absence of the DSL.
If there are any concerns that an adult in the school setting is placing children at risk or potential risk then this should be referred to the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO). Concerns should be passed on to the Headteacher, Mr Daniel Burns or Mrs Dixon, the Deputy Headteacher.
If the concern is about the Headteacher this should be reported to the Chair of Governors, Mrs Amanda Aspin (amanda.aspin.oldearth.calderdale.sch.uk).
Mr John Stevens is the Safeguarding Governor.
Calderdale have a team of Local Authority Designated Officers. They can be contacted on 01422 394055 or by email at: LADOAdmin@calderdale.gov.uk
Further Information
If you’re worried about a child or unsure, you can speak to the NSPCC for information and advice from a trained counsellors.
Helpline number: 0808 800 5000 (Monday to Friday 8am – 10pm or 9am – 6pm at the weekends)
NSPCC Report Abuse in Education: 0800 136 663
If a child is in immediate danger, call the police on 999 straightaway.
Worried about something?
Are you worried about something in or outside of school? Click below to let us know.
What you write on this form will be sent to Emma Dixon, our Deputy Head. We respect your privacy and will treat your information with care and sensitivity. But we cannot promise not to share what you tell us with other professionals or agencies if we believe a child’s safety is at risk.