Safeguarding at Booker Hill
The safety and wellbeing of every child is our highest priority.
At Booker Hill Primary School & Nursery, we are committed to creating a safe, caring and supportive environment where children can learn, thrive and feel valued.
We encourage children to speak to trusted adults, and we work closely with parents and external agencies whenever concerns arise.
Safeguarding Contacts
| Mrs Clare Dimishky | Headteacher, Lead DSL |
| Mr Stuart Ball | Deputy Headteacher, Deputy DSL |
| Mrs Claire Andrews | SENDCo, Deputy DSL |
| Mrs Becki Collins | EYFS SENDCo, Deputy DSL |
| Mr Matthew McCormack | Safeguarding Governor |
To see our Child Protection Policy, please go to our Policies page.
If you are worried about the safety or wellbeing of a child, please contact our safeguarding team via the school office immediately.
What Safeguarding Means
Safeguarding includes:
- Protecting children from harm
- Promoting children's mental and physical wellbeing
- Supporting attendance and welfare
- Teaching children how to stay safe online
- Working with families when support is needed
Working With Families
We aim to work openly and positively with parents whenever concerns arise.
Where we believe a child may need additional support, we may seek advice or assistance from other agencies. In most situations we will discuss this with parents. Occasionally, where a child may be at risk of significant harm, we may be required to act immediately and without prior discussion.
Radicalisation and Extremism
Like all schools, Booker Hill Primary School & Nursery has a duty to protect children from all forms of harm, including radicalisation and extremism.
We encourage parents to contact the school if they have concerns about a child who may be vulnerable to harmful influences, extremist views or online grooming.
Useful information for families:
Support for Children
Family Support and Safeguarding Resources
Online Safety
CEOP (Child Exploitation and Online Protection) protects children from harm online and offline with a focus on child exploitation and online protection issues.
NSPCC
Better Internet for Kids (BIK+)
Domestic Abuse
National Domestic Abuse Helpline
Free, 24 hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247
WeMatter
WeMatter is a video-based digital service for 8-17 year olds who have experienced domestic abuse.
Family Support
Buckinghamshire Safeguarding Children's Board
If you have a concern about a child you can find guidance from the Buckinghamshire Safeguarding Children's Board by clicking on the image below.
Buckinghamshire Family Support Service
NSPCC
Whatever family life brings, NSPCC are there to help.
Mental Health & Emotional Wellbeing
NHS Every Mind Matters
Place2Be
Parenting advice from child mental health experts.
Anna Freud
Self-care advice and guidance for all parents and carers.
YoungMinds Parent Hub
One of the best UK resources for supporting children's mental health, anxiety, behaviour and school-related worries.
Bereavement Support
Child Bereavement Uk
Cruse
