SAFEGUARDING
SAFEGUARDING
Learn more about how we safeguard children at The Learning Nursery
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
"The manager has created a strong safeguarding culture within the nursery"
(Ofsted 2023)
The actions we take as professionals and as a society, to promote the welfare of children and protect them from harm, are referred to as 'safeguarding'.
Safeguarding can be defined as:
• Protecting children from maltreatment;
• Preventing impairment of children's health or development;
• Ensuring that children are growing up in circumstances consistent with the provision of safe and effective care;
• Taking action to enable all children to have the best outcomes.
Safeguarding children is everyone's responsibility. At The Learning Nursery all staff are trained in safeguarding matters and we have dedicated leads in safeguarding to ensure there is always someone on site to support children and families with any safeguarding matters.
Child Protection
Child Protection is part of safeguarding and promoting welfare. It refers to activity that is undertaken to protect specific children who are suffering, or are likely to suffer, significant harm.
If you suspect a child is at risk of harm you must act.
If a child is in immediate danger, call the police on 999 straight away.
Use the links below for more information on Safeguarding and Child Protection.
Or ask for a copy of our Safeguarding leaflet to learn more, or download a copy of our Safeguarding Policy
Early Help - Local Offer for Children and Families
At The Learning Nursery we recognise the challenges that families face in bringing up children. There may be times when you need extra help and support. If this is the case, please come and talk to us.
Where to go for Family Support and Advice:
Worcestershire Children First have created an online Virtual Family Hub page offering lots of information and advice ranging from parenting courses to support with oral hygiene, support for families and much more. Certainly, worth a look.
Or download the booklet ‘Early Help in Worcestershire – Support for Families’ here.