Stradbroke Primary
SafeguardingSafeguarding
We all have a statutory duty to “safeguard and promote the welfare of children”. We take this duty very seriously.
If you have any concerns about the health and safety of a child at this education setting or feel that something may be troubling them, you should share this information with an appropriate member of staff straight away.
Some issues e.g. a child’s appearance, hygiene, general behaviour, can be shared with any teacher or member of support staff in this setting. Do not worry that you may be reporting small matters – we would rather that you tell us things which turn out to be small than miss a worrying situation.
However, if you think the matter is very serious and may be related to a child protection concern, e.g. physical, sexual, emotional abuse or neglect, you must talk to one of the people below immediately. If you are unable to contact them you can ask the school office staff to find them and ask them to speak to you straight away about a confidential and urgent matter.
| Headteacher | John Sitch |
| Designated Safeguarding Lead | John Sitch |
| Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead | Paul Grainger |
| SENDCO | Lauren Ambler |
| Deputy Headteacher | Stephen Nash |
Safeguarding Policy- Strabroke Safeguarding policy 26-27
How our Setting Safeguards Children– https://www.safeguardingsheffieldchildren.org/assets/d504ee07/model_safeguarding_policy_overview_how_our_setting_safeguards_children.pdf
Who to contact if you are concerned about a child in school- Safeguarding personnel
Who to contact if you are concerned about a child outside of school- https://www.safeguardingsheffieldchildren.org/assets/d504ee07/who_to_contact_about_concerns_outside_setting.pdf
Keeping Children Safe in Education- https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6a9081309a177a1decf97b00/Keeping_children_safe_in_education_2026.pdf
Working Together to Safeguard Children- https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6849a7b67cba25f610c7db3f/Working_together_to_safeguard_children_2023_-_statutory_guidance.pdf
Online Safety- Click here to view the document
Safeguarding in the curriculum
Pupil safeguarding is at the core of Stradbroke Primary School and when developing our curriculum, opportunities for children to learn about safeguarding were considered.
We value our pupils’ voices, offering them the space to express their thoughts, ideas, and concerns. Our curriculum is designed to give children the chance to explore themes such as values, personal rights, responsibilities, and equal opportunities. This approach helps pupils develop a deeper understanding of moral principles, which not only supports safeguarding but also fosters British values and guards against radicalisation and extremism.
Our broad and balanced curriculum allows pupils to develop their understanding of our diverse world and equip them with the skills and knowledge required for personal safeguarding. We give pupils opportunities to acquire knowledge, understanding, and skills that impact personal development, behaviour, and welfare, so they can keep themselves safe now and in the future.
Our PSHE and RSE curriculum addresses all aspects of safeguarding, with some areas explored in greater depth than others. We approach sensitive topics with care, ensuring they are delivered in an age-appropriate manner. When necessary, certain subjects are taught in smaller groups to best support individual needs.
Practical safeguarding opportunities are planned into the curriculum. For example:
- Road safety (including out of school visits, bike-ability, work with police officers in the community)
- Poolside and water safety through swimming lessons
- Work from local voluntary sector services
- Plays and shows
- Contextualised safeguarding
- Online safety quizzes and training
- What to do if you are separated from your group (in relation to school visits)
- Safe use of technology including password security and privacy settings and age appropriate websites and keeping yourself safe online, cyber bullying
We have developed an open and safe learning environment in which pupils express their views, seek help, and help others. The promotion of equality of opportunity and diversity, for pupils and staff, helps prevent any form of direct or indirect discriminatory behaviour.
We have created a safe and inclusive learning environment where pupils feel confident to express their views, seek support, and help one another. By promoting equality of opportunity and celebrating diversity among both pupils and staff, we help prevent all forms of direct and indirect discrimination.
Our children learn to not tolerate any prejudiced behaviour. Our behaviour policies promote making good choices and exhibiting good learning behaviours. Class times are a time for sharing ideas, addressing concerns, and promoting important values.
Staff and children are quick to challenge stereotypes and the use of derogatory language in lessons and around our schools. Our schools reflect the diversity of pupils’ experiences and provides pupils with a comprehensive understanding of people and communities beyond their immediate experience including the role of women in society and different family groups including same-sex couples.
Staff and children are quick to challenge stereotypes and the use of derogatory language in lessons and around our schools. Our school celebrates the diversity of pupils’ experiences and provides a broad understanding of people and communities beyond the children’s own. This includes learning about the role of women in society and recognising the variety of family structures, including those with same-sex parents.
Throughout the curriculum, there are planned opportunities to promote all forms of equality and foster a greater understanding of and respect for people of all faiths, and those who do not follow any religion, races, genders, ages, disabilities, and sexual orientations.