Safeguarding
At Ordsall Primary School, we take our responsibility for safeguarding very seriously. Our staff are kept up-to-date with training and developments and follow the school's policies and processes in regard to safeguarding. Additionally, all our staff, who share this commitment to everyone's safety, are required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check before they are able to work with us at Ordsall.
The school adheres to the latest guidance contained within Keeping Children Safe in Education and all staff are required to complete an assessment of their understanding of the document and any changes to it as part of our safeguarding training.
In school, we have two Designated Safeguarding Leads. These can be contacted via office@ordsallpri.notts.sch.uk or 01777 702852.
Rebecca Frost - Designated Safeguarding Lead
Debra Perry - Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Safeguarding Process
Healthy Families Team
Safeguarding Support for Parents and Carers
At Ordsall Primary School, safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. We are committed to supporting families and ensuring that children are safe both in school and beyond.
Below are a range of trusted organisations that offer advice, guidance and support for parents, carers and children on a variety of safeguarding matters.
Nottinghamshire Safeguarding Children Partnership
The Nottinghamshire Safeguarding Children Partnership provides guidance, resources and advice for families on a wide range of safeguarding issues, including online safety, neglect, and child protection.
NSPCC – Talk PANTS
Developed with children, parents, carers and teachers, Talk PANTS helps children understand that their body belongs to them. It encourages children to speak to a trusted adult if anything makes them feel worried or unsafe.
Childline
Childline is a free, confidential service where children and young people can talk about anything that is worrying them. Support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. They can be contacted on 0800 1111.
Internet Matters
A range of guides, videos and toolkits to help parents keep their children safe online. This includes advice on apps, gaming, social media and what to do if you are concerned about something your child has seen.
CEOP / Thinkuknow
CEOP’s education programme provides information, resources and age-appropriate activities to help children and families understand online safety and stay protected.
NSPCC Share Aware
Offers practical advice for parents on understanding apps, setting parental controls and having effective conversations with children about online safety.
Anti-Bullying Alliance
A national organisation providing guidance and resources to support children, families and schools in preventing and responding to bullying.
Kooth
Kooth is a free, online mental health support service for young people aged 10+. It offers counselling, advice and self-help tools in a safe, anonymous environment.