Safeguarding at Rainford Brook Lodge
Keeping Every Child Safe is Our Top Priority
Ms Hodkinson
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Mr Moore
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
At Rainford Brook Lodge, we CARE deeply about every child and their family. We believe that children thrive when they feel safe, valued, listened to and supported, which is why safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do.
We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. Every member of our school community has a role to play in keeping children safe. We expect all staff, governors, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment and to always act in the best interests of our children.
Our CARE approach underpins everything we do:
Communicate concerns and worries openly.
Act promptly when support is needed.
Record information accurately and professionally.
Evaluate the impact of our actions to ensure children receive the right help at the right time.
We understand that safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. It is not simply a policy or a procedure; it is woven into our daily practice, our relationships and our decision-making. We work hard to create an environment where children feel happy, respected and confident to speak to trusted adults if they are worried about themselves or someone else.
We are proud of the strong relationships we build with our families and recognise that the best outcomes for children are achieved when schools, parents and external agencies work together. Through collaboration, early help and ongoing support, we strive to ensure that every child receives the care, guidance and opportunities they need to flourish.
Above all, we want every child at Rainford Brook Lodge to know that they are safe, they are valued, and they are never alone. Our school is a place where children are cared for, listened to and supported to become the very best version of themselves.
Because at Rainford Brook Lodge, safeguarding is more than a responsibility. It is a commitment to every child, every day.
Our Wider Safeguarding Curriculum
At Rainford Brook Lodge, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. We believe that keeping children safe is about much more than policies and procedures. It is about helping children develop the knowledge, confidence and life skills they need to stay safe, make positive choices and know where to turn for help.
Our wider safeguarding curriculum is carefully planned from EYFS to Year 6 and is delivered through PSHE, assemblies, enrichment opportunities and everyday school life. Children learn about trusted adults, healthy relationships, online safety, mental health and wellbeing, bullying, personal safety and resilience.
Through our values of Be Kind, Be Polite, Be Respectful, we help children understand that everyone has the right to feel safe, valued and included. We work hard to build trusting relationships so that children feel confident to share worries, ask for help and know that there is always an adult ready to listen, care and support them.
Children's understanding of safeguarding is further strengthened through events such as Anti-Bullying Week, Safer Internet Day and Mental Health Awareness Week, alongside leadership opportunities through our Safeguarding, E-Safety and Health and Wellbeing Ambassadors.
Above all, we want every child to feel safe, happy and supported. By working closely with families and partner agencies, we strive to ensure that every child is able to thrive, achieve their potential and know that they are never alone.
Because at Rainford Brook Lodge, safeguarding is not simply something we teach. It is a culture of care, protection and belonging that is lived and experienced every day.
Useful Links for Parents
CEOP's - Protecting children both offline and online
UK Safer Internet Centre - Parental Controls
Please find key safeguarding documentation below. For any other policies, please see our 'Policies' section.