Safeguarding - reporting any worries or concerns
At Cecil Road Primary School, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is our highest priority.
We are fully committed to ensuring that every child feels safe, secure and valued. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility, and all staff receive regular training in line with the latest statutory guidance, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025.
We recognise that children may face challenges or difficulties at different times in their lives. Our role is to ensure that they are listened to, supported and protected. We work closely with families and external agencies where appropriate to safeguard and promote the wellbeing of all pupils.
Designated Safeguarding Team
If you have any concerns about a child’s safety or wellbeing, please contact our safeguarding team immediately:
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Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) |
Mrs Carrie Old Headteacher office@cecilroad.co.uk
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Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead |
Miss Hannah Day Deputy Head office@cecilroad.co.uk
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| Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead |
Mrs Catherine Hampton Teacher and member of SLT office@cecilroad.co.uk
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| Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead |
Mrs Keeley Gray-Woollcott FLO office@cecilroad.co.uk |
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Safeguarding Governor |
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Mrs Lorna Nolan Chair of Governors
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If You Have a Concern
If you are worried about a child’s safety, it is important that you act quickly.
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Contact the school and ask to speak to the Designated Safeguarding Lead.
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If a child is in immediate danger, call 999.
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You can also contact Children’s Services directly at any time, particularly if your concern relates to a member of staff or you feel unable to contact the school:
Concerns about a member of staff
If your concern relates to a member of staff or volunteer, please contact the Headteacher as soon as possible via the school office.
If your concern relates to the Headteacher, please contact the Chair of Governors through the school office and your concern will be passed on appropriately.
All concerns are taken seriously and handled in line with statutory safeguarding procedures. The school will work with the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) where necessary to ensure pupils are protected.
Kent Integrated Front Door
03000 411111 (office hours)
03000 419191 (outside office hours)
We treat all concerns seriously and confidentially.
Our Safeguarding Responsibilities Include:
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Child protection
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Online safety
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Preventing radicalisation (Prevent Duty)
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Anti-bullying
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Safer recruitment of staff
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Mental health and wellbeing support
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Attendance monitoring
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Managing allegations against staff
Report Online Safety Concerns (CEOP)
If you are worried a child is being contacted online, groomed, pressured to share images or blackmailed, please speak to our Designated Safeguarding Lead (Mrs Carrie Old) as soon as possible so we can help and support you. You can also report concerns directly to CEOP (Child Exploitation and Online Protection). If a child is in immediate danger, call 999.
https://www.ceop.police.uk/safety-centre
Early Help and Support
We believe in early intervention. If your family needs support, advice or guidance, please speak to a member of the safeguarding team. We can help you access appropriate services and ensure your child receives the support they need.
The following policies support our safeguarding culture and can be accessed below:
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Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy (2025–26)
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Whistleblowing Policy (2025-2027)
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Behaviour Policy (2025-2026)
