At The Mildenhall School and Swift House, safeguarding is central to everything we do. We are fully committed to ensuring that all pupils feel safe, supported and protected at all times.
We recognise that effective safeguarding is fundamental to pupils’ wellbeing, progress and development. All staff are trained to identify concerns, respond appropriately and follow statutory guidance in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Our Commitment
We are committed to:
- Promoting the welfare and safety of all pupils
- Creating a culture where pupils feel listened to and valued
- Identifying concerns early and taking appropriate action
- Working in partnership with families and external agencies
- Maintaining clear safeguarding procedures and robust record-keeping
- Safeguarding at Mildenhall and Swift House is everyone’s responsibility.
key contacts
Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
Mandy Taylor - 07969367887
Deputy DSLs:
Carrie Hope - 07593 817956
Nathan Bealey - 07936 758290
Anina CarKeek - 07999 127937
Prevent Lead
Louise Stanyer
Mental Health Lead
Joshua Izzo
E-safety Lead & CEOP (Child Exploitation and Online Protection Lead)
Tristan Dunbar
Reporting a Concern
If you are worried about a child’s safety or well-being:
- Speak to a member of staff or the DSL immediately
- Contact the school office
- In an emergency, contact the police or your local authority children’s services
We take all concerns seriously and act promptly to ensure the safety of our pupils.
Policies
Our safeguarding and child protection policy is available to download below, and is reviewed regularly to ensure it reflects current legislation and best practice.
MildenHall Safeguarding & CP Policy