Safeguarding is an integral part of our life at Selsted CE Primary School and is everyone’s responsibility.  All Selsted CE Primary School staff receive yearly training to help them to recognise abuse and to promote the welfare of our children.  All staff and governors are asked to read and sign to say that they understand Selsted CE Primary School’s Child Protection Policy and the most recent version of Keeping Children Safe in Education document on a yearly basis.
It is important for children to feel safe.  Our day-to-day practices, our curriculum and through the use of specialist organisations such as the NSPCC, help empower our children by teaching them how to recognise abuse, stay safe on and offline and to use their voices to speak out.  Children are encouraged to talk to a trusted adult if they are worried about anything. 
At Selsted CE Primary School we have a team who children can go if they are feeling worried about something. Staff are able to refer children if they feel they need support. Selsted CE Primary School is a Nurture UK accredited school.
At times, we may need to share information, get advice or work in partnership with other agencies if we are concerned about a child’s welfare. We believe it is always better to be transparent with all parties at these times and work together to achieve the best outcomes.
There may be times when you need extra help and support. If this is the case, please come and talk to us. There are many ways in which we can help.

Mrs Andrea Cooper (Interim Headteacher) is the Designated Safeguarding Lead.

Mrs Hannah Hills (Class Teacher and SENCO) is the Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.

If you have any concerns about a child please contact us via the school office.