Designated Safeguarding Lead: Mr Oliver Elliott
Email: Oelliott@thedowns.avon.sch.uk
Safeguarding
Safeguarding and Child Protection at The Downs Preparatory School and Bertie’s Nursery
At The Downs Preparatory School and Bertie’s Nursery, the safety and well-being of all our pupils and staff are our top priority. We secure environment where every child can thrive, and we have developed robust safeguarding procedures to protect children from harm.
If you would like more information about our safeguarding policy and procedures, please refer to the full policy [here].
Key Safeguarding Contacts
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL): Mrs Leanne Gregory
Email: Lgregory@thedowns.avon.sch.uk
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead EYFS: Mrs Imogen Payne
Email: Ipayne@thedowns.avon.sch.uk
Independent Listener: Mrs Kate Cullum
Email: K.cullum@walhampton.com
Tel: 07496 748 884
Nominated Safeguarding Governor for The Downs Preparatory School: Mr Nick Pursall
Email: Npursall@qehbristol.co.uk
Tel: (0117) 9303040
Safeguarding
Our Safeguarding Committment
We have clear and effective procedures in place for identifying and responding to concerns about a child’s welfare and allegations of abuse. Our staff are fully trained and aware of their safeguarding responsibilities, ensuring they know how to report any concerns. We provide ongoing support and training to ensure staff are competent in their roles, and we are committed to maintaining consistent best practices throughout the school to protect every child.
Safeguarding
How We Work to Keep Children Safe:
- Our staff members are trained to recognise and address safeguarding concerns, ensuring they understand how to report both significant and low-level concerns in accordance with our detailed safeguarding procedures.
- Child protection is at the heart of all policies and processes across the school, ensuring that the best interests of the child always come first.
