What is Safeguarding?
• All the adults around you think that your health, safety and welfare are very important.
• At Marriott Primary School, we respect all children and adults, and help to protect their rights and keep them safe.
How does Marriott Primary School work to keep you safe?
• We provide a safe environment for you to learn.
• Staff at our school know how to keep you and your friends safe, at home as well as school.
• It is important for you to know where to get help if you are worried or unhappy about something.
• We teach you how to keep you, and others, safe. And to recognise risks in different situations. Our lessons include, healthy eating, e-safety, road safety and assemblies.
Need to Talk?
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You can speak to any adult in school, they will always listen to you.
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You can place a note in a Worry Box in class & an adult will arrange to meet with you.
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Mrs Tucker is our Safeguarding Lead and her main role is to keep all children at Marriott Primary School safe.
Childline
Childline is a free, 24-hour service provided by the NSPCC for children and young people in the United Kingdom. It offers confidential support to individuals up to their 19th birthday. Whether they’re facing bullying, mental health challenges, or troubles at home, Childline gives them a voice when no one else is listening. Children and young people can reach out to Childline through the following channels:
- Phone: Call 0800 1111 to speak with a Childline counsellor. The helpline is available 24/7.
- Online Chat: Children can engage in 1-2-1 chat with Childline counsellors online.
- Email: They can also send an email from their Locker or use the 0800 1111 number.
Childline provides a vital lifeline for young people, ensuring they have a safe space to express their concerns and seek help when needed.
Remember, Childline is here for every child and young person, 365 days a year. 🌟
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Childnet
Help, advice and resources for 4–11 year olds
Childnet — Online safety for young people
Being online can be exciting and fun – but some things online can leave you feeling upset, worried or confused. If you feel any of these things when you’re online it’s important to know where to get help.
- Talk to someone!It’s great to talk and it can really help you feel better about things. There’s lots of people you can talk to, such as friends, family members and teachers.
- Make a report.If something has happened on a service like a game or social media site, you might be able to make a report. You can often report other users if they’ve done something to upset or worry you. You can also report content – such as hurtful comments or upsetting photos that you don’t want to see.
- Call Childline.If you’re really unsure about what to do and you don’t have anyone you can talk to, then remember you can always call Childline on 0800 11 11 or visit their website for more advice