Safeguarding & Wellbeing

We want all children to feel safe, cared for and able to flourish. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility, and we work closely with pupils, families, staff and external agencies to help keep children safe.

Our staff receive regular safeguarding training and follow clear procedures to ensure that concerns are recognised, reported and acted upon. Working in partnership with parents and carers is an important part of creating a safe, supportive environment where every child can thrive.

What should I do if I have a safeguarding concern?

If you are worried about the safety or wellbeing of a child at Lapage, please contact the school and ask to speak to a member of the Safeguarding Team. You can telephone us or email the school office.                                          

01274 669100

mainoffice@lapage.nsat.org.uk

If you need to make a referral directly to Children’s Social Care, please contact:

• Children’s Social Care Initial Contact Point: 01274 435600

• Emergency Duty Team: 01274 431010

Whistleblowing procedures

Any concerns about inappropriate conduct in school by members of staff or visitors must be taken to the Head of Academy or a member of the Safeguarding team immediately. If you do not feel you can take your concern to those people, please either:

The Chief Executive Officer or the Chair of Trustees via NSAT Business Centre, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1QN, or by emailing governance@nsat.org.uk. 

Free confidential advice about whistleblowing can also be obtained from Protect.