Child Protection at Beaufront First School

The Staff and Governors at Beaufront First School would like to state to all visitors and all parents of our children, that we take the responsibility placed on us for Child Protection very seriously.

Our responsibilities are set out in our Safeguarding Statement below and in our Child Protection Policy.

Beaufront First School Safeguarding Statement

At Beaufront First School we are strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All staff and volunteers are required to undertake a full DBS check, which will be reviewd as part of the update service.

The Designated Person(s) for Child Protection at Beaufront First School are Mrs Gemma Boucetla (DSL) and Mr Richard Fox (Deputy DSL).

Safeguarding concerns must be reported to the DSL or to the Deputy DSL, who will then record the concern and seek advice as appropriate.

 If you are worried about a child and need advice or information please ring:

One Call: 01670 536400

or

send a written referral to:   first.contact@northumberland.gov.uk

Emergency - If a child is in immediate danger or left alone, you should contact the police or call an ambulance on 999.

Our Child Protection and Safeguarding policy September 2026 will be updated once ratified at the next Full Governing Board meeting on 12th Novmeber 2026.