Rookery School
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. Rookery is committed to providing a safe environment, listening to children and acting promptly whenever there is a concern about a child's welfare.
Creating a Safe Culture for Every Child
Children learn best when they feel safe, listened to and respected. Safeguarding is embedded throughout Rookery, from staff training and safer recruitment to attendance, online safety, behaviour, pastoral support and the way concerns are identified and acted upon.
We encourage pupils to speak to trusted adults and make sure staff understand their responsibility to remain vigilant. Families also play an important role, and we ask parents and carers to share concerns promptly so that appropriate support or action can be put in place.
Our safeguarding commitment
The safety and wellbeing of children are central to every aspect of school life. Staff receive safeguarding training and follow clear procedures for identifying, recording and responding to concerns. Children are taught how to keep themselves safe, including when using technology and online services.
If you are worried about a child
If you have a concern about the safety or welfare of a child, please contact the school and ask to speak to a member of the Designated Safeguarding Team. Concerns should be shared as soon as possible. In an emergency, or where a child is at immediate risk, contact the appropriate emergency or children's safeguarding service.
A culture of vigilance
Safeguarding at Rookery includes child protection, safer recruitment, attendance, online safety, behaviour, anti-bullying, health and safety and appropriate support for vulnerable pupils. We work with families and external agencies when additional support or intervention is required.
Information for visitors
All visitors are expected to follow the school's safeguarding procedures while on site. Relevant information should be provided on arrival, including how to report a concern and expectations around identification, supervision and use of mobile devices.
Working Together to Help Every Child Thrive
Strong partnerships between home and school are at the heart of everything we do. By working together, we create the best possible opportunities for every child to succeed academically, socially and emotionally.