Safeguarding at CPS
At Cheadle Primary School, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff, governors and volunteers to share this commitment. We maintain an attitude of 'it could happen here'.
Cheadle Primary School's Safeguarding Team
Safeguarding Children and Young People from Harm or Neglect
We have a number of policies and procedures in place that contribute to our safeguarding commitment, links to these policies can be found below.
We listen to our pupils and take seriously what they tell us. All school staff are trained in Child Protection, and children are made aware of the adults they can talk to if they have any concerns. Staff are trained to look out for signs of physical/emotional harm or neglect and are required to report these to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).
Sometimes we may need to share information and work in partnership with other agencies when there are concerns about a child's welfare. We will ensure that our concerns about our pupils are discussed with his/her parents/carers first unless we have reason to believe that such a move would be contrary to the child's welfare.
We actively support the Government's Prevent Agenda to counter radicalisation and extremism.
Safeguarding and Child Protection Procedures - who to contact
You may be concerned about a child or young person. You may or may not know them, or even their name. Child protection is everyone’s responsibility. Abuse can take many different forms such as:
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neglect
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sexual abuse
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physical abuse
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emotional abuse
Don’t assume that someone else will take responsibility and make that telephone call. You could help to save a child’s life.
If you have a concern about a child at Cheadle Primary School please do the following:
If you believe the child to be at risk of immediate harm, this must be reported to the police on 999 or 101.
Contact the school on 01538 714890 and ask to speak to one of the designated members of staff as you have a safeguarding concern.
Our designated safeguarding lead is Mrs Lynne Pickles, Headteacher.
If you have a concern about a member of staff please ask to speak to Mrs Lynne Pickles, Headteacher
If your concern involves the Headteacher, please ask to speak to Mr Sean Woodward, Chair of Governors
Alternatively, you can contact Staffordshire families integrated Front Door (SFIFD)
01538 714890 for more information go to www.staffsscb.org.uk
You can also report a concern online by following this link: Report a Safeguarding Concern
(Please note this take you to an external website not controlled by Cheadle Primary School.)
Please follow the links below to view or download our safeguarding policies
Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025
Children missing from education
Follow this link to our Online Safety Page
Links
For practical advice on protecting children from extremism and radicalisation: educateagainsthate.com/parents
The NSPCC has a 'Let's Talk Pants' campaign which helps parents talk to their children about staying safe.
Here is a leaflet you may find useful and some links to videos.
If you would like to report a concern you can use the links on below
NSPCC - help@nspcc.org.uk
There has been an increase in calls to the Staffordshire families integrated Front Door (SFIFD) around children using social media to make videos or send images of themselves nude.
We wanted to share the below resource that some settings may feel is appropriate to use with your children
County Lines
Does someone you know have… More cash or a different phone? New clothes or footwear? Weapons like knives or blades? These may be signs that someone is involved in County Lines.
Other signs include:
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A change in behaviour – becoming more secretive, withdrawn or emotional than usual.
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Becoming isolated from their friends and family.
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Disappearing from home or school for long periods of time and without an explanation.
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Having unexplained injuries like cuts or bruises.
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Spending time with others they wouldn’t usually.
If you want to find out more about county lines, have concerns that someone you know may be involved in county lines or want some support, visit our website.
You can also make a report to us by calling 101 or contacting us via LiveChat.
Always call 999 in an emergency.