Safeguarding

Child protection information for visitors, volunteers and parents.

Maple Hayes Hall School is committed to protect and safeguard children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Our School will support all children by: 

  • Promoting a caring, safe and positive environment within school 

  • Encouraging self-esteem and assertiveness 

  • Effectively tackling bullying and harassment 

We recognise that some children may be the victims of neglect, physical, sexual or emotional abuse. Staff working with children are well placed to identify such abuse. In order to protect our children, we aim to: 

  • Create an atmosphere where all our children can feel secure, valued and listened to 

  • Recognise signs and symptoms of abuse 

  • Respond quickly, appropriately and effectively to cases of suspected abuse

Safeguarding is everybody’s responsibility

If you have a concern that a child is being harmed, is at risk of harm or you receive a disclosure from a child you must contact one of the following Designated Safeguarding Leads as quickly as possible:

Mrs S Lowe
Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)

Dr D Brown
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL)

Mr D Lowe
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL)

Mrs L Lovatt
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL)

Mrs K Churchill
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL)

Everyone working with our children, their parents and carers should be aware that: 

  • Their role is to listen and note carefully any observations which could indicate abuse 

  • They should not attempt to investigate once the initial concern is raised 

  • They should involve the Designated Safeguarding Lead immediately 

  • Disclosure of the abuse or harm from children may be made at any time 

If anything worries or concerns you, report it straight away.

Call the DSL emergency phone number: 07759 085 191

Email: safeguarding@dyslexia.school

Additional support can be found at the links below:

  • Call 999 for emergency support if you believe someone is at immediate risk. Alternatively, you can report non-emergency concerns to 101. Learn more at: https://www.gov.uk/contact-police

  • If you're under 19 and need support, you can contact Childline 24/7 at 0800 1111 or visit their website to access chat services, resources, and advice.

    Visit Childline

  • For concerns about a child's safety, you can reach the NSPCC helpline at 0808 800 5000, email help@nspcc.org.uk, or fill out an online contact form. They also offer advice and resources on their website.
    Visit NSPCC

  • Papyrus' HOPELINEUK offers confidential support for young people experiencing suicidal thoughts. Call 0800 068 4141, text 07860 039967, or email pat@papyrus-uk.org.
    Visit Papyrus

  • For support related to domestic abuse, We Matter offers resources to help individuals access safe housing and legal support. Find more information and contact options on their website.
    Visit We Matter

  • Mind provides support for mental health issues through their Infoline at 0300 123 3393 or text 86463. They also offer extensive mental health resources and guidance on their website.
    Visit Mind

  • For anyone in distress or struggling to cope, Samaritans are available 24/7 at 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.org for support.
    Visit Samaritans

  • The Mix supports young people under 25 through their helpline at 0808 808 4994, one-to-one chat, and online resources.
    Visit The Mix