Safeguarding and Child Protection is a fundamental part of our caring approach to children at The Firs.

All our staff receive regular training (updates at least annually and in depth training bi-annually). Our safeguarding and child protection procedures can be found in our Safeguarding Policy and Guidelines below. It can also be found under our policies section on the website.

The Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) at The Firs Lower School is the Headteacher, Adam Campbell

The school has three Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads (DDSLs):

• Victoria Gamble – SEND-Co
• Kerry Mercer - Deputy Headteacher and EYFS Leader
• Sue A’court - Office Manager and Lunchtime Senior Supervisor.
• Toni Gore - Saplings Leader

The Designated staff work together on the School Safeguarding Team (SST). The SST meets every three weeks to share information, review procedures and paperwork and ensure the best outcomes for more vulnerable pupils.

In addition, the Kids' Club Leader Cathie Critchley takes responsibility for safeguarding and child protection, supported by the School Safeguarding Team.

The Governor responsible for Safeguarding is Amaritpal Uppal

Both the DSL and DDSLs undergo regular training via the LSCB (local safeguarding children board and other providers).

More information can be seen in the School Child Protection Policy which can be found in the Policies Page under the ‘School Information’ Tab, along with many of our other supporting policies.