Safeguarding and Online Safety
Our school is committed to safeguarding children and promoting children’s welfare and expects all staff, governors, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment and maintain a vigilant and safe environment. Everyone has a responsibility to act without delay to protect children by reporting anything that might suggest a child is being abused or neglected. We would expect you to also report to the Head Teacher or Designated Safeguarding Lead (Mrs Stokes) any behaviours of any adults working in the school that may concern you. By signing in on our entry sign system you are agreeing to follow the school’s safeguarding advice to visitors and where appropriate the code of conduct for staff and volunteers.
Concerned about a child?
If you think a child is in immediate danger, call the police without delay. We're all responsible for reporting concerns about a child's welfare; the links below provide a guide to reporting your concerns about a child
https://liverpool.gov.uk/social-care/childrens-social-care/getting-help/careline-child-services/
https://www.nspcc.org.uk/preventing-abuse/child-protection-system/england/reporting-your-concerns/
Alternatively, you can seek advice or share your concern with Careline on 0151 233 3700.
Liverpool Safeguarding Children's Board
Find out what we are doing in Liverpool to protect children and improve their well- being by visiting the Liverpool Safeguarding Board website - https://liverpoolscp.org.uk/scp
The site has information and guidance for:
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Professionals working with children and young people.
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Parents and carers.
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Young people.
Home office press release: September 2021: Government launches online tool for women and girls to flag unsafe areas to police
NEW Dedicated NSPCC helpline 0800 136 663
The new helpline will provide both children and adults who are potential victims of sexual abuse in schools with the appropriate support and advice. This includes how to contact the police and report crimes if they wish. The helpline will also provide support to parents and professionals too.
Safeguarding and Online Safety Websites
- NSPCC Baby and Toddler Safety
- Bereavement
- Digital Resilience
- Connecting Safely Online
- Online Safety at Home Activities
- Positive Cyber Choices
- Better Internet for Kids
- Being a Parent in a Digital Age can be Challenging
- Common Sense Media-Ratings and Reviews before you Watch
- Child Criminal Exploitation
- Take Control Online - Own It
- Parents VS Kids Online Safety Quiz
- Keeping Deaf Children Safe Online
- Keeping Children Safe Away From Home
- Parent Zone
- Educate Against Hate
- Internet Safety
- Internet Parental Controls
- Staying Safe Online for Children
- Digital Parenting
- Real Love Rocks
- Liverpool Early Health Directory
- Safeguarding Resource Hub
- Liverpool Safeguarding Children's Board
- THINK Road Safety
- E-Safety Magazine
- NSPCC Pants
- At What Age Can...? Parent Info
- NSPCC Online Safety
- Disrespect Nobody
- Anti-Bullying Support List
- Department for Education 'Tackle Child Abuse' Campaign
- NSPCC Gangs & Young People
- Bullying - Kidscape
- Bullying Young Minds
- Anti-Bullying Alliance
- Bullying UK
- Diana Award - Anti- Bullying Campaign
- Popular Apps/Sites Safety Cards
- Webinars for Parents/Carers
Covid 19 - Returning to School
On Monday 8th March, children will return to school following a second school closure. Some children may feel a little apprehensive about this and you may be seeing a change in your child's behaviour, mood or attitude if they are feeling a little anxious. Class teachers have shared some activities via Seesaw you can work on with your child at home to prepare them for the return to school next week; for further information, please explore the links below.
- Anna Freud - https://www.annafreud.org/what-we-do/schools-in-mind/expert-advice-and-guidance/back-to-school-guide-for-parents/
- Young Carers - https://www.barnardos.org.uk/what-we-do/services/action-young-carers-liverpool
- Mindroom - https://toolkit.mindroom.org/
- NSPCC - https://learning.nspcc.org.uk/news/2020/june/returning-to-school-after-coronavirus-lockdown
- Nip in the Bud - https://nipinthebud.org/information-films/tips-for-returning-to-school/
- Beacon - https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/newsletters/the-new-normal-returning-to-school-after-COVID-19
- See, Hear, Respond - https://www.barnardos.org.uk/see-hear-respond
- LGFL Private Tutors
- Domestic and Sexual Abuse
Safeguarding Documents - Guidance for Families
- Safe Apps That We Use In School
- Parent Safe - NEW April 2021
- Social Media Guide
- Think B4U Click - It's Cool To Be Kind
- Guidance for children & families about unwanted online messages
- Covid 19 Digital Effects on Children
- Digital 5 a Day
- Early Years Online Safety Considerations for Managers
- Education for a Connected World
- Online Safety 2020 Planner
- Social Media Safety Card - You Tube 2020
- Social Media Safety Card - Roblox - 2020
- Social Media Safety Card - Instagram 2020
- Social Media Safety Card - Tiktok 2020
- Parent Guide - My First Smart Phone IOS - 2020
- Parent Guide - My First Smart Phone Android 2020
Young Carers
Every child should grow up feeling loved and supported; young carers often tell us how proud they are of their caring role, and the skills they have developed - but sometimes it can be overwhelming for them. When juggling caring with attending school, homework, after school activities, friends etc. This is when young carers rely on adults i.e. parents, teachers and other professionals to work together to help get the right balance.
Miss O'Kane is our young carers champion; please get in touch if you need help or support and click HERE to find out more.
uokane@stfrancisdesalesinf.liverpool.sch.uk
Our School Safeguarding Team
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Mrs Melia Designated Safeguarding Lead 0151 525 8489 lmelia@stfrancisdesalesinf.liverpool.sch.uk |
Mrs Stokes Designated Safeguarding Lead 0151 525 8489 lstokes@stfrancisdesalesinf.liverpool.sch.uk |
Mrs Hughes Deputy Safeguarding Lead 0151 525 8489 khughes@stfrancisdesalesinf.liverpool.sch.uk
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Miss Green Deputy Safeguarding Lead 0151 525 8489 rgreen@stfrancisdesalesinf.liverpool.sch.uk
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Miss Asteriadi Deputy Safeguarding Lead |
Miss O'Kane Deputy Safeguarding Lead 0151 525 8489 uokane@stfrancisdesalesinf.liverpool.sch.uk
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Mrs Smeaton Safeguarding Governor 0151 525 8489 bsmeaton@stfrancisdesalesinf.liverpool.sch.uk
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Parent/Carer Survey
As a school, we are always looking for ways to develop and improve. We have created a short online survey that gives you the chance to tell us what you think about our school; from the quality of teaching to dealing with bullying. The survey can be completed at any time and as many times as you like across the school year.
We will use the information you provide to inform and make decisions about what we provide and future action planning.
Parent View
Parent View is an online questionnaire that allows parents and carers to give their views about their child’s school at any time. It is also the main mechanism for parents to give their views about their child’s school to inspectors at the time of a school inspection.
The questionnaire can be accessed directly from the Parent View site.
Safeguarding in Sports
Achieving the Safeguarding Code will recognise clubs or providers who have reached and maintained excellent safeguarding standards. It will empower parents and carers to make informed decisions when selecting a club or provider for their child. Please see the link below for further details.