Safeguarding
Safeguarding children at Dallas Road Community Primary is of upmost priority to staff and governors. Some of the things we do to ensure that children, staff and visitors are safe in our school are:
- Rigorous procedures and policies are in place to keep all children safe
- Safer recruitment practice is robust
- Staff receive training throughout the year based on latest national and local guidance
- Thorough induction procedures for staff and volunteers
- Members of the Governing Board undertake training to support them in their role
- An up to date curriculum which teaches children about how to stay safe and manage risks both on and offline
- We work effectively with many other agencies including the police, local authority, NHS and various early help providers
- Maintain an attitude of ‘it could happen here’ where safeguarding is concerned
- Consider, at all times, what is in the best interests of the pupil with a child-centred approach
- Contribute to, and maintain a high safeguarding ethos within and beyond the setting, with safeguarding pupils at the forefront of practice at all times
- Have a zero-tolerance approach to abuse, including child-on-child abuse
Our Safeguarding Team
The Designated Safeguarding Lead is Mr A Newton (Headteacher)
The Deputy Safeguarding leads are Mrs C Fairclough (Deputy Headteacher) and Mrs A Long (Pupil Support Manager)
The Designated Governor responsible for Safeguarding and Child Protection is Mrs Ines Cotarelo
What You Can Do
Parents and carers play a role in safeguarding children in their community. If you have any concerns, no matter how small, you should report them to someone who you trust will listen.
Parents and children should speak to one of the school's safeguarding leads if they have any concerns about a child or staff member.
Call school on 0152464520
If a child is in immediate danger, call the police straight away on 999. You can report concerns directly to Lancashire County Council by calling 0300 123 6720 or out of hours 0300 123 6722.
Key Documents and Links
Working Together to Safeguard Children
Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy 2025
Educational Off Site Policy and Guidelines 2025-2028
Keeping Children Safe In Education 2025
Staff Code of Conduct September 2025
Guidance for Safer Working Practice