At All Hallows C of E Primary School, the safeguarding and wellbeing of our children is at the heart of everything we do. We believe that keeping children safe is everyone’s responsibility, and we are fully committed to providing a secure, caring environment where all children feel happy, valued, and protected.

We have robust safeguarding systems and procedures in place to ensure that every child is well-supported. Our staff are trained to recognise and respond to any concerns, and we work closely with families and external agencies where appropriate.

Our Safeguarding Team

Our Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs) are responsible for child protection and safeguarding across the school:

• Emma McGrenaghan – DSL & Overall Responsibility for Safeguarding
• India Linley – Lead DSL
• Claire Grainge – Deputy DSL

Named persons for Children in Care:

• Kelly Hally

Named Safeguarding Governor:

• Sarah Lee

If you have any concerns about a child’s welfare, you can speak to any member of our safeguarding team in confidence. We encourage both staff and parents to share concerns so that we can provide support at the earliest opportunity.

Operation Encompass

We are part of Operation Encompass, a national initiative that supports children who may have been exposed to domestic abuse. Through this partnership, we are notified by the police when a child in our school has been involved in or affected by a domestic incident. This allows us to provide timely and sensitive support for the child when they come into school, ensuring they feel safe, understood, and cared for.

Online Safety

Keeping children safe online is an important part of safeguarding. We teach children how to use technology safely and responsibly through our curriculum and regular reminders about online behaviour.

We also work in partnership with parents to promote safe use of devices at home. Our systems in school include filtering and monitoring to help protect children when using the internet. We encourage children to speak to a trusted adult if they see or experience anything online that worries them.

Safe Recruitment and Training

All staff and governors undergo appropriate safeguarding checks, including DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance, which are recorded on our Single Central Register. Staff receive regular safeguarding training to ensure they remain up to date with current guidance and best practice.

Our Policies

Our safeguarding policy is updated regularly in line with national and local authority guidance and is reviewed annually by governors. This ensures that our procedures continue to reflect the highest standards of care and protection for our pupils.

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At All Hallows, our Christian values underpin our commitment to safeguarding. We strive to create a nurturing community where every child feels safe, respected, and able to flourish.

Our Local Safeguarding Priorities

These priorities reflect the needs of Carlton, Gedling, and the wider Nottinghamshire area:

• Neglect — spotting early signs of children not having their basic needs met
• Domestic abuse — supporting children who may witness or experience harm at home
• Child exploitation — including online grooming, criminal exploitation, and County Lines
• Online safety — helping children stay safe on phones, apps, and games
• Harmful sexual behaviour — supporting respectful relationships and safe boundaries
• Mental health and wellbeing — recognising anxiety, low mood, and school‑related stress
• Attendance — ensuring children are in school, safe, and learning
• Prevent / radicalisation — helping children recognise harmful influences online and offlinE.
• How We Keep Children Safe
• A trained Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) is always available
• All staff receive regular safeguarding training
• We work closely with Nottinghamshire MASH, health services, and police
• We teach children how to stay safe through our curriculum
• We follow national guidance including Keeping Children Safe in Education

How Parents Can Help

You play a vital role in keeping children safe. You can support by:

• Talking regularly with your child about their day
• Monitoring online activity, apps, and gaming
• Encouraging good attendance and punctuality
• Letting us know if your family is going through a difficult time
• Reporting concerns early — even small worries matter

If something doesn’t feel right, please tell us.

Signs to Look Out For

Children may need support if you notice:

• Sudden changes in behaviour or mood
• Reluctance to attend school
• Secretive online activity
• Unexplained gifts or money
• Withdrawal from friends or family
• Signs of distress after contact with certain people

If you’re unsure, speak to us,  we’re here to help.

Who to Contact

If you have a concern about a child:

• Speak to the school DSL or any member of staff
• If a child is in immediate danger, call emergency services
• For non‑urgent concerns, contact Nottinghamshire MASH (Multi‑Agency Safeguarding Hub)

You never need to investigate concerns yourself - just share them.

Working Together

Safeguarding works best when school and families work in partnership.

Thank you for helping us keep every child in safe, supported, and ready to learn.

What to Do if You Are Worried About a Child

At All Hallows, we all share a responsibility to keep children safe. If you are ever worried about the safety or wellbeing of a child, it is important to act.

If your concern relates to a child at our school, please contact one of our Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs) as soon as possible. All concerns will be treated sensitively, respectfully, and in confidence. Sharing a concern can help us provide support at the earliest opportunity.

If you believe a child is in immediate danger, you should contact the police on 999.

You can also report concerns or seek advice directly from Nottinghamshire Children’s Services:

• Nottinghamshire Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
  Telephone: 0300 500 80 90
• Out of Hours Emergency Duty Team
  Telephone: 0300 456 4546

We understand that raising concerns can feel difficult, but it is always better to share them. You do not need to have proof, your concern could help ensure a child gets the support and protection they need.