Keeping Your Child Safe at CEDARS Short Stay School
At CEDARS Short Stay School, safeguarding your child is our top priority. We are committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where all young people feel protected, respected, and listened to.
What Is Safeguarding?
Safeguarding means protecting children from harm, abuse, neglect, and exploitation. It also means ensuring your child’s physical and emotional well-being while helping them develop safely both in school and in the wider community.
Our Commitment
- We follow all national safeguarding laws and guidance, including Keeping Children Safe in Education.
- All staff receive regular safeguarding and child protection training.
- We have strict policies and procedures in place to respond to concerns quickly and appropriately.
Who to Contact
If you have any concerns or would like to speak to someone about your child’s safety or well-being, please contact our Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL):
Name: Ian Snead
Phone: 01782 973760
Email: SneadI@cedarsnewcastle.staffs.sch.uk
You can also speak to our Deputy Safeguarding Leads or any trusted member of staff.
Online Safety
We also work with families to promote safe internet use at home. We encourage you to:
- Set parental controls.
- Talk to your child about online risks.
- Monitor apps and games they use.
Support for Families
We work closely with local agencies to offer early help and family support where needed. If your family is facing difficulties, please get in touch, we are here to help.