At St Mary’s CE Primary School, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our Christian vision and values, we are committed to ensuring every child is known, valued and protected. We provide a safe, caring and supportive environment where children can learn, grow and thrive.
How We Keep Children Safe
We promote safeguarding through:
- Well-trained staff who know how to identify and respond to concerns.
- Clear procedures for reporting and managing safeguarding issues.
- Strong partnerships with parents, carers and external agencies.
- Robust recruitment and vetting procedures.
- A curriculum that teaches children how to stay safe, healthy and resilient.
- A culture where children feel listened to, respected and supported.
Online Safety
Helping children stay safe online is an important part of our safeguarding work. Through lessons, assemblies and everyday discussions, we teach pupils how to use technology safely and responsibly. We also work with parents and carers to promote safe online habits at home.
Concerns About a Child
We encourage parents and carers to share any concerns about a child’s safety or wellbeing as soon as possible. No concern is too small. Early communication helps us provide the right support at the right time.
Please contact a member of our safeguarding team if you are worried about a child or need advice.
Working Together
Safeguarding is a shared responsibility. By working together with families and other professionals, we can ensure that every child is safe, supported and able to flourish.
Safeguarding Contacts
Our Designated Safeguarding Lead (DLS) and Deputy Safeguarding Leads are:
Mrs Ferris (DSL)
Ms Heaney and Mrs Jack (DDSL)
The designated governor for safeguarding is Mrs. J Lewis
Stockton on Tees Local Children’s Safeguarding Board
Tel 01642 527636 or E-mail slscb@stockton.gov.uk or visit Stockton Borough Council Worried About a Child
Family Help Point
Tel 01642 130080 (Mon-Thurs 8.30am to 5.00pm / Fri 8.30am -4.30pm) or E-mail familyhelppoint@stockton.gov.uk
Emergency Duty Team (Outside of Office Hours) Tel: 01642 524552
NSPCC Helplines
Help for Adults concerned about a child call 0802 800 5000
Help for children and young people call Childline 0800 1111
or E-mail help@nspcc.org.uk or visit NSPCC Worried About a Child
Domestic Violence Tel 0845 602 7308 or visit www.myharbour.org.uk
First Aid for Children from The British Red Cross www.worldfirstaidday.co.uk
