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Headlice Occasionally pupils may suffer from head lice in school. This is an issue which may never be
solved by the school, but we look to work with parents and carers to help minimalise the disruption in
school.

If we suspect headlice in school a letter will be sent out to all children within that class, allowing
parents to be more vigilant and check their children’s hair at home. Parents can seek advice and support
with this through the school nurse. If your child has head lice, you do not need to keep them off school
once they have been treated, but please let the front office know so that we can be aware of the
problem.

Safeguarding

The Headteacher is the named Designated Safeguarding Lead who has direct oversight of individual pupil
concerns. Safeguarding is the responsibility of EVERYONE within the school community. If you have
concerns about a child you can speak to a Designated Safeguarding Officer and remain anonymous, but it
is the responsibility of the Officer to pass your concerns on.

Designated Safeguarding Deputy Safeguarding Lead Deputy Designated
Lead Mrs H Shaw Lead

Mrs Helen Tomlinson Mr A Esson

Child Protection

Schools have a duty to inform Children Services if a child is thought to be at risk. There is a set
procedure for dealing with cases of suspected child abuse. The school has no choice in this matter. Any
suspected cases must be reported to Children Services.

We are keen to promote safety in all school areas, e.g.

o Risk assessments for all off-site visits and activities
o Site Manager regularly carries out health and safety checks
o Curriculum planning (PSHE)
o Mentors and play leaders oversee lunchtime play activities
o Lunchtime staff and teaching assistants have received training using techniques of

Emotional Intelligence to defuse situations and address instances of poor behaviour
o Anti-bullying focus week
o Behaviour Policy, which is shared with pupils and followed by everyone

Equal Opportunities We are strongly committed to ensuring that each child has access to the
opportunities offered within the school. Our commitment is supported by the Local Authority policy on
equal opportunities.

Race Equality In line with Government guidelines 2002, the school does not discriminate against anyone
be they staff or pupils on the grounds of their sex, colour, religion and nationality, ethnic or national
origins. We challenge prejudice or stereotyping whenever this occurs. We celebrate the diversity of our
community and show respect for all.

The school fully seeks to develop the abilities of every child. As well as developing children
intellectually, full attention is given to moral, physical and social development. Children are given the

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