Safeguarding
St Edward’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and wellbeing of its pupils. We make every effort to provide a safe, welcoming and nurturing environment. We seek to maintain a culture of openness where pupils and adults feel secure, able to talk and believe that they are being listened to.
A truly whole-school approach ensures that pupils’ learning and development are top priorities for all who care for them. The staff are attuned to the individual needs of the pupils. They are intuitive and nurturing in their approach. Consequently, pupils develop trusting relationships with an experienced and well-established team of staff.
Ofsted (2019)
Key Staff
Designated Safeguarding Lead:
Karen Thorne (Head of Pastoral Care)
Nominated Governor for Safeguarding:
Michael Tennant (Chairman of the Board)
Contact
The school has a dedicated email address for safeguarding concerns: safeguarding@melchetcourt.com
(Please note the account is monitored during term-time only.)
Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy
Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy Procedure and Guidance September 2019
Safeguarding is effective. Staff are collectively committed to supporting pupils and providing effectively for their needs. Consequently, pupils feel safe and extremely well cared for.
Ofsted (2018)
Useful Links
Guidance
Coronavirus (COVID-19): support for parents and carers to keep children safe online
Updated 22 February 2021

Anti-Bullying Alliance
Information, advice and support for parents and carers. Support if you’re being bullied.

Child Exploitation and Online Protection

Calm Zone: Calming techniques, games and resources
Report Remove tool: Report a nude image online

Child Sexual Exploitation leaflet for parents/carers

National Domestic Abuse Helpline (free of charge), 24 hours a day: 0808 2000 247.
National Domestic Abuse Helpline

Guide to social networks, apps and games

Online safety | Support of parents | Latest NSPCC News


Advice for parents/carers | Exploitation leaflet for parents/carers

New Link: Covid-19: Supporting Education and Safeguarding Children

Information and advice for parents/carers
Online safety information and advice for children and young people aged:
8 – 10 years | 11 – 13 years | 14 years +

Children and young people’s mental health
Support for children and young people | Support for parents/carers