Safeguarding

For this page, I would not publish the full safeguarding policy, as CNPG specifically said it should remain internal. The website should instead provide a clear, reassuring public-facing summary.

Keeping children safe is everyone’s responsibility

At Charnwood Nursery & Pre-school Group, the safety, welfare and wellbeing of every child is at the heart of everything we do.

We want every child to feel safe, secure, valued and able to enjoy their childhood. Our approach to safeguarding is embedded throughout our nurseries, pre-schools and out-of-school provision.

We understand that safeguarding is not simply about responding to concerns. It is about creating environments where children feel listened to, respected and supported every day.

Our safeguarding approach includes:

• Safe recruitment and appropriate suitability checks for staff.
• Regular safeguarding training and updates for our teams.
• Clear procedures for identifying and responding to concerns.
• Appropriate risk assessments and safety procedures.
• Close communication with parents and carers.
• Supporting children’s emotional wellbeing.
• Promoting positive relationships and respectful behaviour.
• Teaching children age-appropriate ways to understand safety.
• Working with external agencies where necessary.
• Appropriate procedures for online safety.
• Maintaining confidentiality while sharing information where necessary to protect a child.

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility, and all members of our team have a role to play in keeping children safe.

Our practitioners are trained to recognise signs that a child may be experiencing harm, abuse, neglect or other safeguarding concerns.

Where a concern arises, we follow our safeguarding procedures and take appropriate action.

This may include working with parents and carers, children’s services, health professionals, the police, Ofsted or other relevant agencies where necessary.

We believe that children learn and thrive when they feel secure and that they belong.

Our child-centred approach encourages children to develop confidence, independence and resilience while giving them trusted adults they can talk to.

Our wider curriculum, outdoor learning and everyday experiences also provide opportunities for children to learn about appropriate boundaries, relationships, personal safety and looking after themselves and others.

Safeguarding is particularly important for children who may need additional support.

Our inclusive approach means we work closely with children, families and relevant professionals to understand individual needs and provide appropriate support.

If you have a concern about the safety or wellbeing of a child attending CNPG, please speak to the manager or safeguarding lead at your child’s setting as soon as possible.

If you believe a child is in immediate danger, contact the emergency services on 999.

Our full Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy contains detailed procedures and responsibilities and is maintained as an internal organisational policy.