Mrs Robinson
Designated Safeguarding Leader (DSL)
Information relating to racial and homophobic incidents
North and South Cowton School
Safeguarding
At The Federation of North & South Cowton CP School and Melsonby Methodist School the health, safety and well-being of every child is paramount.
We expect all staff, governors, volunteers and parents and carers to share this commitment to safeguarding our pupils and undertake rigorous checks and training throughout the year.
We listen to our pupils and take seriously what they tell us. All school staff are trained in Safeguarding, E-safety, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and PREVENT as well as undertaking statutory elements through Keeping Children Safe In Education (KCSIE) and regular training. Pupils are made aware of the adults (trusted adults) they can talk to if they have any concerns. Staff are continually trained through a variety of platforms to look out for signs of harm or neglect and understand their duty in reporting any concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs) using our secure system (CPOMS).
Senior Leaders are also trained in Operation Encompass and we work closely with North Yorkshire Police to understand the impact of domestic abuse.
The procedures which we follow have been laid down by the North Yorkshire Safeguarding Children Partnership and the school adopts and reviews the Child Protection Manual and Policy on an annual basis in line with the Partnership, for the safety of all. The Federation completes the Annual Safeguarding Audit in line with the Local Authority expectations.
On rare occasions, a concern about a child may mean that we have to consult other agencies. We will ensure that all concerns are discussed with parent/carers first, before any referrals are made, unless we believe that such a move may be contrary to a child’s welfare.
Who do I contact for Safeguarding Information?
Mrs Bramma
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) & E-Safety Lead
Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility
Report your concerns
Should you have any concerns, no matter how small, please contact a member of our safeguarding team as soon as possible.
If you believe a child is in immediate danger, please call 999.
Should you have any concerns outside of school hours, then you should report them to the North Yorkshire, Multi Agency Safeguarding Screening Team (MAST), call 0300 131 2131 will discuss your concerns. Additional information about making a referral can be found on their website by clicking the NYSCP below.
We follow the North Yorkshire Safeguarding Children Partnership (NYSCP) procedures and use CPOMS to record concerns and disclosures.
Or call NSPCC on 0808 800 5000.
For pupils, the NSPCC Childline number is 0800 1111.
North Yorkshire Duty Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO)
Concerns about professionals working with children
The North Yorkshire Duty LADO can be contacted on 01609 533080 should you wish to speak to somebody in relation to managing an allegation against a member of staff or a volunteer who works in North Yorkshire with children. please contact the relevant area LADO. For more information go to NYSCP link above.