Safeguarding

Safeguarding at Lenthall Infant and Nursery School

We at Lenthall Infant and Nursery School are deeply committed to your child's well-being and safety, diligently following all safeguarding procedures. Recognising that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility, we adhere to the guidelines set by Derbyshire County Council and the latest Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) published by the DfE.

Our aim is to foster a safe, nurturing learning environment that supports and inspires our children to ‘BE PROUD’ life-long learners.

Our Safeguarding Team is dedicated to ensuring that the entire school community identifies and addresses barriers to learning, reinforcing the vital partnership between schools and families.

Further information on our approach to external support, online safety, and safeguarding policies and procedures can be found below. You can also download essential Safeguarding information for parents and carers, along with other useful leaflets and documents, further down this page.

Safeguarding Information

At Lenthall Infant and Nursery School, all staff have a legal duty to report any concerns regarding a child's welfare, particularly if they believe a child may be suffering significant harm or potential abuse.

In accordance with Department for Education requirements, each school must nominate a senior member of staff with special responsibility for Child Protection. We are proud to have several staff members at Lenthall who have received advanced safeguarding training, ensuring that our approach to child protection is robust and effective.

Working in Partnership

At Lenthall Infant and Nursery School, we strive to work collaboratively with parents and carers, ensuring they are fully informed and actively involved in any actions concerning their child. However, if a conflict of interest arises, the welfare of the child remains our top priority.

We take the appointment of new staff very seriously and adhere to the 'Safer Recruitment' guidelines provided by the Local Authority. All our staff and volunteers undergo DBS checks to guarantee the safety of our pupils.

If you have any concerns regarding child protection or the safety of your child, or any other child in our school, please do not hesitate to reach out to our safeguarding team.

Who Can I Contact?

There may be times when adults have concerns about children in the community. If you find yourself in this situation, please don’t hesitate to reach out to:

Derbyshire's Starting Point Contact and Referral Service: 01629 533190; or online via this link.
NSPCC: 0808 800 5000

Remember, child protection is everyone's responsibility. If you have concerns about your child or someone you know being a victim of cyberbullying, the following organisations can provide support:

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Anything you notice can help a child at risk.

Protecting Children and Young People

We all have a role to play in safeguarding children and young people from abuse and neglect. Many hesitate to act due to fears of being mistaken. You don’t need to be completely certain—if you’re concerned a child is at risk or facing abuse, please speak up.

Child Abuse: If you think it, report it.

To identify signs of child abuse or neglect, look out for changes in the following characteristics:

Appearance: Unusual injuries or consistently poor hygiene.
Behaviour: Being withdrawn, overly anxious, disruptive, self-harming, or any sudden changes in behaviour.
Communication: Using aggressive language, sexual language, or becoming secretive.

Physical Abuse