Safeguarding Information

At Houghton Conquest Lower School, we believe that a caring school promotes the welfare, health, safety and guidance of every child. We recognise our statutory duty and pastoral duty to ensure the safety and well-being of our pupils.

“The school’s safeguarding arrangements are well organised, securely maintained and fit for purpose.” Ofsted 2019

“The pupils I spoke to informally around the school told me that they feel safe and happy at the school.” Ofsted 2019

If you have any concerns about the welfare of any children, you can always come in and speak to any of our staff.  Please make yourself familiar with our Designated Safeguarding Leads.

Miss Julie Heaslip – Headteacher – Safeguarding Lead

Mr Jake Hetherington – Class Teacher – Deputy Safeguarding Lead

It is their responsibility to ensure that all concerns are recorded accurately and referred to the appropriate agency quickly to ensure that necessary action

Government statutory guidance: Working together to safeguard children

Government Guidance: What to do if you are worried a child is being abused

Safeguarding and child protection policy 2022

COVID19 School Safeguarding Policy Addendum