Safeguarding

The safety and welfare of the pupils in our care is of paramount importance to the staff at Cramlington Village Primary School. 

All staff, governors and volunteers recognise their moral and statutory responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all pupils and we endeavour to provide a safe and welcoming environment where children are respected and valued. We are all alert to the signs of neglect and abuse and follow strict procedures to ensure all children receive effective support, protection and justice.  This also includes knowledge in the process for allegations against professionals.

What can I do if I am concerned about a child? 

If you have any concerns about a child please contact any member of staff.

Alternatively you can contact:

• www.childline.org.uk telephone 0800 11 11
• Children’s services (one call) can be contacted 24 hours a day by any member of the community on 01670 536 400
• If you have a concern about a member of staff or an adult who works with children please contact the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) Louise Prudhoe. 

Call: 01670 623979 (Monday to Thursday 08:30-17:00, Friday 08:30-16:30) or 

01670 536400 (Out of hours) or email: LADO@northumberland.gov.uk

• In an emergency do not hesitate to call the police on 999. 

Further safeguarding information for parents and carers, including links to a range of helpful websites, is available on the Northumberland website here

All of our policies and procedures relating to safeguarding are available here