Safeguarding at Shap CE Primary School

At Shap CE Primary School, safeguarding is a top priority. Our commitment to providing a safe, nurturing environment ensures that every child feels secure, valued, and supported in their learning.

If you believe a child is at immediate risk of harm, please contact:

• Westmorland and Furness Safeguarding Hub at 0300 373 2724
• Email: safeguarding.hub@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk

Keeping Children Safe in Education

All schools in England follow the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, which is updated annually to reflect best practices in safeguarding. In addition, our approach aligns with the Working Together to Safeguard Children framework, ensuring coordinated multi-agency efforts to promote children’s welfare.

Ofsted and SIAMS Recognitions

In our most recent Ofsted inspection (July 2024), inspectors praised Shap CE Primary’s “strong safeguarding culture,” noting that staff are well-trained to recognise and address any concerns about pupil welfare. Our latest SIAMS report also reflects this commitment, describing Shap CE as a “safe branch from which to soar.” This nurturing ethos, grounded in Christian values of compassion and trust, makes our school a supportive environment where every child can flourish academically and emotionally.

Safeguarding Policies and Training

Our team follows robust safeguarding policies and procedures (documents attached below) to maintain high standards in child protection. All staff have completed Safeguarding and Child Protection Level 1 training, which equips them to identify and respond effectively to potential risks. Our staff also receive certified Prevent Duty training to recognise and prevent risks related to extremism.

Our Safeguarding Team

• Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL): Katie Chappell
• Deputy DSLs: Vicki Capstick and Julie Hunter
• Safeguarding Governor: Julie Graham

For further safeguarding information, please reach out to Katie Chappell, our Designated Safeguarding Lead.