Safeguarding

At Applewood Learning Ltd, the safety and wellbeing of our students is our highest priority. We are committed to providing a safe, supportive and respectful learning environment for all children and young people.

Applewood Contact details:

Designated Safeguarding Lead

louise.venables@applewoodlearning.co.uk

Deputy Safeguarding Lead

carol.brooks@applewoodlearning.co.uk

Safeguarding means:

Protecting children and young people from harm
Making sure they feel safe, listened to and supported
Acting quickly if there are any concerns about a child’s wellbeing

All staff working with Applewood Learning Ltd are enhanced DBS checked and are trained in safeguarding.

Applewood’s Safeguarding Approach

Follow Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance
Work in line with local authority safeguarding procedures
Have clear policies for safeguarding, child protection and online safety
Take all concerns seriously and act promptly

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.

In an Emergency out of school hours

If a concern is urgent or a child is at immediate risk, please call 999. To report a concern about a child or young person in Essex, you can contact the Essex Children and Families Hub on 0345 603 7627 (ask for the Priority Line for urgent concerns). Outside normal hours or on bank holidays, please call 0345 606 1212 for the Emergency Duty Team. For non-emergency advice and support, you can also contact the NSPCC Helpline on 0808 800 5000