Recognising that children have a right to freedom from abuse.

Ensuring that all our staff and volunteers are carefully selected and accept responsibility for helping to prevent the abuse of children in their care.

Responding quickly and appropriately to all suspicions or allegations of abuse, and providing parents and children with the opportunity to voice any concerns they may have.

Appointing a Child Protection Officer who will take specific responsibility for child protection and act as the main point of contact for parents, children and outside agencies.

Ensuring access to confidential information is restricted to the Child Protection Officer or the appropriate external authorities.

Reviewing the effectiveness of our Child Protection Policy and activities annually.