Safeguarding

Safeguarding Statement

At Windy Nook Primary School, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, staff, and visitors. This responsibility is embedded in every aspect of school life—from teaching and learning to pastoral care, extended activities, and daily site management.

Our Safeguarding Policy is built around three key principles: prevention, protection, and support. It applies to everyone in our school community, including pupils, staff, parents, governors, volunteers, and visitors.

We aim to provide a safe, secure, and stimulating environment where children feel confident to engage with trusted adults. Through our curriculum, particularly in PSHE, we offer opportunities that help children develop the knowledge and skills they need to stay safe and thrive in life.

If you have any concerns about Safeguarding please see the Head Teacher.

The designated persons for safeguarding are:

Designated Safeguarding Lead: Mrs L. A Forrest: Head Teacher

Named Cover: Mrs. C. Ramanandi, Mrs. J. Traynor, Mr. J. Brown, Miss. C. Turnbull

Mrs. A Preece: Senco

Nominated Governor: Mrs. J. Sadler

Online Safety Lead: Mrs L. Hope

The designated persons for looked after children are:

Designated Teacher for LAC: Mrs. A. Preece

Named Cover: Mrs. L A Forrest: Head Teacher

Nominated Governor: Mrs. L. Coulson

Safer Recruitment Statement

At Windy Nook Primary School, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We expect all staff, volunteers, and visitors to share this commitment. As part of our safer recruitment practices, all appointments are subject to a range of pre-employment checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, verification of identity and qualifications, and satisfactory references.

We are dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where every child can thrive and feel protected. Our recruitment procedures reflect our commitment to ensuring that those who work with our pupils are suitable and share our values of care, respect, and responsibility.

Windy Nook Primary School follows the September 2025 statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Safeguarding Statement 2025 Windy Nook Primary School

Safeguarding Curriculum Windy Nook Primary School