The Governors and Staff of Longthorpe Primary Academy are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. For further information please read our Safeguarding & Child Protection Statement.

Safeguarding concerns must be shared without delay with a designated safeguarding member of staff.  If a designated person is not available, in an emergency or if you are not happy with the schools action advice from the police or Children’s Social Care must be sought.

• If you have suspicions or concerns for a child’s welfare you should always report this to the appropriate service such as the Police or Children’s social care.
• If you feel uncomfortable in doing so, please remember that children have a right to be safe.      
• Usually gut feelings are correct and if they are unfounded, it doesn't matter.
• Reporting concerns can cause people anxiety but please remember we are doing the right thing to protect our children and get support if they need it.

For further information regarding Safeguarding please refer to the School's Safeguarding policy which can be found on our policy page.