Safeguarding

Galliard Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We have a number of policies and procedures in place that contribute to our safeguarding commitment, more details of which can be found in our safeguarding policy, which can be found on our policies page.

Sometimes we may need to share information and work in partnership with other agencies, when there are concerns about a child's welfare. We will ensure that our concerns about our pupils are discussed with parents/carers first, unless we have reason to believe that such a move would be contrary to the child's welfare.

At Galliard School, keeping children safe is our highest priority. Everyone has a responsibility to safeguard and protect children. If you have any concerns about the safety or welfare of a child, please contact us immediately.

You will always be taken seriously. Anyone can make a referral — parents, pupils, staff, or members of the community.

How to Report a Safeguarding Concern

If you are worried that a child is at risk of harm, abuse, or neglect, you can report your concern in the following ways:

During school hours

Speak directly to the DSL or a Deputy DSL
Call the school office on 02088041818
Email: [safe@galliard.enfieldsch.uk]

Out of school hours or in an emergency

Call 999 if a child is in immediate danger
Local Authority Children’s Services / MASH: 02083795555
NSPCC Helpline: 0808 800 5000
Police (non-emergency): 101

Safeguarding Policies

Please see our most important safeguarding documents on the policies page of our website:

Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy
Online Safety Policy
Behaviour Policy
Attendance Policy

Support and Guidance for Parents

We work in partnership with families to help keep children safe in school, online and in the community. Below are useful links and guidance:

Online Safety at Home

Thinkuknow (CEOP) – Online safety education for children and parents:
https://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/
UK Safer Internet Centre – Digital wellbeing guidance for parents:
https://saferinternet.org.uk/
Enfield Council – Keeping Your Child Safe Online – Local advice and resources:
https://www.enfield.gov.uk/safeguardingenfield/support-for-parents-and-carers/keeping-your-child-safe-online

Mental Health and Wellbeing Support

Kooth – Free, confidential online mental health support for young people:
https://www.kooth.com/
Enfield CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services) – NHS mental health services for children and young people:
https://www.enfield.gov.uk/services/children-and-education/mental-health-and-wellbeing
Enfield Children and Young People’s Service (CYPS) – Multi-disciplinary assessment and treatment for mental health issues:
https://www.northlondonmentalhealth.nhs.uk/search/service/children-and-young-people-service-cyps-enfield-213/

Prevent (Protecting Children from Radicalisation)

Enfield Council – Prevent Programme – Local initiatives and resources:
https://www.enfield.gov.uk/services/community-safety/enfield-prevent-programme
Act Early – National helpline for concerns about radicalisation:
https://actearly.uk/

Domestic Abuse Support Services

Enfield Council – Domestic Abuse Support – Local support and resources:
https://www.enfield.gov.uk/services/community-safety/domestic-abuse
Solace Women’s Aid – Enfield – Specialist support for victims of domestic abuse:
https://www.solacewomensaid.org/our-services/solace-enfield-sass/
National Domestic Violence Helpline – 24/7 confidential support:
https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk /

SEND Support and Local Offer

Enfield SEND Local Offer – Information and services for children with special educational needs and disabilities:
https://www.enfield.gov.uk/services/children-and-education/local-offer
Enfield SEND Local Offer – Early Help Directory – Directory of services and support for SEND:
https://enfielddirectory4all.co.uk/young-people/enfields-local-offer-for-send/

Attendance and Punctuality Advice

Enfield Council – Absence and Attendance – Information on school attendance requirements and support:
https://www.enfield.gov.uk/services/children-and-education/school-welfare-and-information/absence-and-attendance

External Links for Parents

Enfield Safeguarding Page Safeguarding Enfield
NSPCC – Keeping children safe: https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/ NSPCC+1
CEOP Safety Centre – Report online sexual abuse: https://www.ceop.police.uk/Safety-Centre/ ceop.police.uk+1
Thinkuknow (for children, parents & carers) – https://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/parents/ ceopeducation.co.uk+1
UK Safer Internet Centre – Advice and resources around online safety: https://saferinternet.org.uk/ resource/thinkuknow-advice-from-CEOP UK Safer Internet Centre
Childline – Support for children and young people: https://www.childline.org.uk/

For Pupils — If You’re Worried About Something

If something is upsetting you, making you feel unsafe, or you’re worried about a friend, you can talk to any adult in school. You can also get help from:

Childline: 0800 1111 https://www.childline.org.uk/
CEOP online safety button https://www.ceop.police.uk/Safety-Centre/ ceop.police.uk+1
A trusted adult at home or in school

Speak out. Stay safe. You will be listened to.

Our Commitment

We follow the statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, Working Together to Safeguard Children, and London Child Protection Procedures. All staff receive regular safeguarding training, and we work closely with external agencies to keep pupils safe.

If you require safeguarding information in another language or format, please contact the school office.

Our Designated Safeguarding Lead is Miss James - Deputy Headteacher (Inclusion).

Our Designated Safeguarding Team are below.

Child Protection Designated Team