Safeguarding
Safeguarding in our school:
Medlar with Wesham C of E School fully recognises the contribution we can make to protect children from harm and to support and promote the welfare of all children who are pupils at our school. Safeguarding we believe applies to all stakeholders; this includes pupils, staff, parents, governors, volunteers, placement students and visitors.
Safeguarding is everybody's responsibility.
If you have an immediate concern for a child's safety, contact the police on 999 and/or Children's Social Care on 0300 123 6720.
We give clear direction to all stakeholders about expectations and our legal and moral responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all children at our school.
PLEASE SEE OUR UP TO DATE SAFEGUARDING POLICY ON OUR POLICIES PAGE
DSL Contacts in our School:
SAFEGUARDING GOVERNOR: Mrs Towers (Chair of Governors)
DSL: Mrs Panther (Head Teacher)
Deputy DSL's: Mrs Thompson, Mrs Marsh and Mrs Mitrica.
All of the above can be contacted in an emergency on the school's telephone number:
01772 682836
Operation Encompass
The purpose of Operation Encompass is to safeguard and support children who have been involved in a domestic abuse incident. Following an incident at home, children will often arrive at school distressed, upset and unprepared for the day.
Operation Encompass has been developed so that if one of our children has been involved, heard or witnessed a domestic incident the designated safeguarding leads will have been informed by the following day. This helps us give prompt support for the child involved.
Encompass lead for school is Mrs Panther (Headteacher).
Community Based Early Help and Family Help:
At our school, we are committed to supporting the wellbeing of every child and family. Community Based Early Help and Family Help services provide practical advice, guidance and support for families who may be facing challenges at home, school or within the wider community. By working together with families and local agencies, these services can help with a range of needs, including attendance, behaviour, emotional wellbeing, parenting support, housing, finances and family relationships. Early support can make a positive difference, helping children and families access the right help at the right time before difficulties become more complex. If you feel your family could benefit from additional support, please speak to a member of our school team, who will be happy to discuss the options available and help make any necessary referrals.
Early Help Contacts in our School:
Mrs Marsh: r.marsh@weshamcofe.lancs.sch.uk
Mrs Panther: head@weshamcofe.lancs.sch.uk
Accessing support online:
Lancashire Family Hubs Directory Website
Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing of Children &Young People Fylde & Wyre Service Director (Click on the Services Directory below)