Safeguarding Statement

At ProEducate International School, the safety, wellbeing and protection of children is our highest priority. We are committed to creating a safe, supportive and respectful online learning environment where children feel secure, valued and listened to.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding

As an online provision, safeguarding is embedded into all areas of our practice, including live online lessons, communication systems, online behaviour expectations, staff conduct, digital safety and child protection procedures.

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.

Designated Safeguarding Leads

Designated Safeguarding Lead

Nancy Holloran

DSL

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead

Gary Holloran

DDSL

Safeguarding Contact Email

safeguarding@proeducateinternationsch.com

How to Report a Concern

Any safeguarding concern relating to a child’s safety or wellbeing should be reported immediately.

Concerns may include:

Abuse or neglect
Bullying or cyberbullying
Online safety concerns
Mental health concerns
Radicalisation concerns
Unsafe behaviour
Concerns about an adult working with children

Concerns can be reported by:

Emailing the safeguarding team
Speaking to a member of staff
Contacting the DSL or DDSL directly
Reporting concerns during lessons where appropriate

All concerns are taken seriously and handled sensitively.

Emergency Guidance

If a child is at immediate risk of harm or in danger:

Call 999 immediately
Contact Children’s Social Care
Inform the safeguarding team as soon as possible

The school may share information with safeguarding agencies where necessary to protect a child.

Liverpool LADO Information

The Local Authority Designated Officer, known as the LADO, manages concerns or allegations against adults working with children.

Liverpool LADO / Children’s Social Care
Telephone: 0151 459 2606

Further information:
Liverpool Children’s Social Care
Liverpool MARF and LADO Guidance

Useful Safeguarding Links

NSPCC

Visit NSPCC

Childline

Visit Childline
Telephone: 0800 1111

CEOP Safety Centre

Report to CEOP

Online Safety

As an online provider, we actively promote:

Safe internet use
Respectful online behaviour
Privacy protection
Appropriate use of cameras and chat functions
Safe use of online learning platforms

Any safeguarding or online safety concerns should be reported immediately.

Review

This safeguarding statement will be reviewed regularly and updated where necessary in line with safeguarding guidance and legislation.