Keeping children safe is our first priority

Our commitment

Everyone at Cheetham Kids Academy shares responsibility for keeping children safe. We aim to give every child a secure, caring environment where they can learn and play without fear, and where any concern is taken seriously and acted on quickly.

Our staff

• All staff and volunteers who work with children have an enhanced DBS check.
• We follow safer recruitment practices, including identity and reference checks.
• Staff receive safeguarding training and know how to recognise and report concerns.
• We have a named Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) who is responsible for safeguarding matters.

Day-to-day safety

• Children are signed in and out, and only released to authorised adults.
• Children are supervised at all times, including on trips and pick-ups.
• We keep up-to-date emergency contact and medical information for every child.
• We promote online safety in all computer and IXL sessions.
• We have zero tolerance for bullying, racism and discrimination of any kind.

Raising a concern

If you are worried about a child's safety or wellbeing, please speak to a member of staff or contact us on 07877 984177 or info@cheethamkidsacademy.com.

If you believe a child is in immediate danger, call 999. You can also contact Manchester's children's services through the Manchester City Council website, or the NSPCC helpline on 0808 800 5000.

Policies

Copies of our safeguarding and child protection policy, behaviour policy and complaints procedure are available on request.