Safeguarding & Welfare
This statement provides an overview of our safeguarding commitment. For more detailed information on our safeguarding procedures, please refer to the full Brookhurst Primary School Safeguarding Policy, which is available on the school website.
Under the Education Act 2002 Section 175, all schools must make arrangements to safeguard and positively promote the welfare of their children. Parents and carers should be aware that, in line with the Children Act 1989, all staff at Brookhurst Primary School have a statutory duty to report any concerns about a child's welfare, including suspected neglect, physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, to the school's Designated Safeguarding Lead.
In most circumstances, Brookhurst Primary School staff will discuss concerns with parents or carers and seek their consent before making a referral to Children's Social Care. However, if there is a risk that discussing the concern with a parent or carer could place a child at increased risk of significant harm, or if the child is at immediate risk, a referral will be made without prior consent
All staff at Brookhurst Primary School undergo regular safeguarding training and are fully aware of their responsibilities in protecting children.
The school will seek advice from Children's Social Care whenever there is reasonable cause to suspect that a child may be suffering or is likely to suffer significant harm. We understand that occasionally concerns may be raised which are later found to be unfounded. We assure parents and carers that all safeguarding concerns are handled with the utmost seriousness and in accordance with legal requirements. The school's Designated Safeguarding Lead is responsible for ensuring that all actions are taken in the best interests of the child.