Commitment
Safeguarding
At Niton Primary School we are committed to inspiring, challenging and safeguarding our pupils and enabling them to become:
- Successful learners who enjoy learning, make progress and achieve;
- Confident individuals who are able to live safe, healthy and fulfilling lives.
We are fully committed to ensuring that consistent effective safeguarding procedures are in place to support families, children and staff at school. All concerns are passed through the members of staff who are trained as ‘Designated Child Protection Officers’ in school in compliance with the ‘sharing of information’ guidance.
Key Safeguarding Contacts
If you have any safeguarding concerns regarding one of our pupils, please contact one of our Designated Safeguarding Leads:
- Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL): Duncan Mills, Executive Headteacher
- Deputy Safeguarding Leads: Mrs Vicky Plested and Mrs Sian Morris
- Governor with Responsibility for Safeguarding: Rev Ian lovell
If you have concerns about a child's safety or well-being, please contact one of the above staff members at 01983 730209
Click here to read our Safeguarding Poster
Our Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO):
Number: 01983 823723
Email: LADO@IOW.gov.uk
Child Protection & Reporting Abuse
We have a legal duty to act if we believe a child may be at risk of harm. This includes reporting concerns of neglect, physical abuse, emotional abuse, or sexual abuse to the appropriate authorities. In some cases, we may do this without parental consent if it is in the child's best interest.
Online Safety & CEOP
With the growing importance of digital safety, we are committed to protecting children from online risks. CEOP (Child Exploitation and Online Protection) helps children who are being pressured, tricked, or forced into sexual activity online or in person. If you are concerned about online safety, you can report it through the CEOP Safety Centre.
For advice on online safety or help with issues like cyberbullying, you can also contact Childline at any time on 0800 1111 or at www.childline.org.uk.
Read more about online safety by clicking here (Add link to online safety page)
The following safeguarding measures are also in place:
Attendance
All lateness and absences are recorded by the class teachers and the Admissions Officer. Reasons will be sought for all absence or lateness. Attendance is monitored through these systems and referrals to the Designated Child Protection Officers can be made. Parents and carers will always be informed of concerns around attendance at the earliest point. If attendance concerns continue, the school may refer to the Education Welfare Service.
Absence During Term Time
We would encourage parents and carers not to take their children out of school during term time. Every day of your child’s education counts. If holidays during term time are necessary, then a request must be put in writing to the Headteacher. Holidays will only be authorised in extenuating circumstances. In some cases, parents and carers will be asked to discuss the reasons for extended school holidays.
Visit our Policy Page to view our Safeguarding Policy and our Child Protection Policy.
Useful Links
The Samaritans – click HERE
Barnardo’s – click HERE
Childline – click HERE
NSPCC Pants Campaign - click HERE
Cruse Bereavement Support – click HERE
For a list of local Isle of Wight Domestic and Sexual Abuse Support Services, please click HERE
