Safeguarding
The Kings of Wessex Academy recognises that the safety and welfare of children is paramount and that we have a responsibility to protect children in all the Academy's activities. We take all reasonable steps to ensure, through appropriate procedures and training, that all students, irrespective of sex, age, disability, race, religion or belief, sexual identity or social status, are protected from abuse.
We foster a culture of vigilance amongst staff, students, parents, visitors and volunteers. We always listen to students and take their concerns seriously. If you have any concerns, please do not ‘wait and see’, contact us immediately.
The Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) is Miss Gemma Hunt (Deputy Head). The Safeguarding Governor is Mr Richard Oliver. Both can be contacted on 01934 742608 and office@kowessex.co.uk
Our safeguarding documents include:
- Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy
- Keeping Children Safe in Education (September 2018)
- Safeguarding Statement
- Visitors and Volunteers Leaflet
You can see further policies and documents on our policies page
Further useful information can be found on the Somerset Safeguarding Children Board website http://sscb.safeguardingsomerset.org.uk
Tootoot
Tootoot allows students to be able to report incidents directly to our Academy, including screenshots and attachments using the online app or by downloading the app to an apple device. Login to Tootoot here.
If you would like to see how it works have a look at the video (about 10 minutes):
Help us to help your child and their friends to stay safe
