PART OF The Lighthouse Schools Partnership
PART OF Lighthouse

Safeguarding

Worried About A Child?

If you have concerns about the safety or wellbeing of a child:

  • Contact our Designated Safeguarding Lead: Lou Strachan
  • Email: l.strachan@eceps.org.uk
  • Telephone: 0117 377 3070

Members of the public can also contact Bristol's First Response Team directly on 0117 903 6444.

You can contact First Response to:

  • Report concerns about a child's welfare
  • Request support for a child or family
  • Seek advice if you are a child or young person needing help

Out of hours:
If you have an urgent safeguarding concern that cannot wait until the next working day, contact the Emergency Duty Team on 01454 615 165.

In an emergency:
If you believe a child is at immediate risk of harm, call the Police on 999 immediately.

Safeguarding Policy

Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy 2026

Safeguarding

At Easton CE Primary School, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where children feel safe, valued and listened to. All staff receive regular safeguarding training and work closely with families and external agencies to meet children's needs.

We believe every child has the right to feel safe, valued and supported. Safeguarding is the responsibility of everyone in our school community and involves:

  • Protecting children from harm, abuse and neglect.
  • Promoting their health, wellbeing and development.
  • Creating a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment.
  • Working with families and external agencies to ensure children have the best possible opportunities in life.

Safeguarding is a continuous priority. We regularly review and update our safeguarding policies and procedures to ensure they reflect the latest statutory requirements, national guidance and local safeguarding expectations. This helps ensure that our practice remains effective, relevant and focused on keeping children safe.

In developing and reviewing our policies, we have regard to key guidance, including:

  • Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)
  • Working Together to Safeguard Children
  • The Prevent Duty
  • Guidance and procedures provided by local safeguarding partners

All staff receive regular safeguarding training and updates so that they understand their responsibilities and are equipped to respond appropriately to any concerns. Through ongoing training, policy review and collaboration with safeguarding partners, we strive to maintain the highest standards of safeguarding practice and ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care.

 

Meet our Safeguarding Team

 

Ms Lou Strachan - Deputy Headteacher

           

As the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), I am committed to ensuring that every child feels safe, valued and supported. I work closely with children, families and professionals to respond to any safeguarding concerns and to help ensure that children receive the care and support they need.

If you are worried about a child, please do not hesitate to get in touch. We want everyone in our school community to feel confident in sharing concerns, knowing that they will be listened to carefully, treated sensitively and taken seriously. No concern is too small, and seeking advice or sharing a worry could make a significant difference to a child's wellbeing and safety.

You can contact me through the school office or by email at l.strachan@eceps.org.uk. If I am unavailable, please speak to another member of our safeguarding team, whose details are provided below. Together, we are here to help and support our children and families.

  • Designated Safeguarding Lead
  • Prevent and E-Safety lead 
  • Designated teacher for Looked After Children and Previously Looked After Children                   

Mr David Kooyman - Head Teacher

                                                     

  • Lead in medical and disability care
  • LADO referral lead
  • Member of the safeguarding team
  • Deputy designated safeguarding lead

Mrs Suzie Gibson - Family Engagement Team

  • Member of the safeguarding team
  • Lead on Young Carers
  • Deputy designated safeguarding lead

 

Ms Andrea Griffiths - Inclusion Team

  • Member of the Safeguarding team
  • Deputy designated safeguarding lead

Mrs Smart

  • Member of the Safeguarding team
  • Attendance Officer
  • Deputy designated safeguarding lead

 

If a child is in immediate danger or at risk of significant harm, you should contact the police on 999 immediately.

 

 

 

Online Safety

Online safety

At Easton CE Primary School, we want all children to enjoy the benefits of technology while staying safe online. The internet can be a fantastic place for learning, creativity and communication, but it is important that children understand how to use it safely and responsibly.

Through our PSHE curriculum and school assemblies, we teach children how to stay safe online, including how to recognise and respond to risks such as cyberbullying, inappropriate content, online scams and sharing personal information.

We know that keeping children safe online works best when school and home work together. We regularly share online safety advice, updates and useful resources with families through ClassDojo, helping parents and carers stay informed about current online trends and potential risks. We also offer online safety workshops throughout the year in our weekly Tea and Chat sessions on Tuesday mornings, where parents and carers can learn more and ask questions in an informal setting.

If you have any concerns about your child's online activity, or would like advice about keeping them safe online, please contact a member of our safeguarding team. We are always happy to help and support families.

Links to helpful websites

The links below can help you to stay safe at home whilst using the Internet or any other technologies that you may have available.

  • Think U Know – Information and resources to help parents keep children safe online
  • Internet Matters - expert advice on apps, games, social media, parental controls and online safety
  • GetSmart – An award-winning internet safety program for children.
  • NSPCC Online Safety Hub – Practical advice on online saefty, cyber bullying, gaming and social media. 
  • Childline - Free, confidential support for children and young people. Children can call 0800 1111 at any time.

Early Help and Family Support

Early Help and Family Support

We all need a little help from time to time. If your family is facing challenges, Early Help can provide advice, guidance and practical support before difficulties become more serious. This might include support with parenting, children's behaviour, emotional wellbeing, attendance, family relationships or financial pressures.

If you would like some support, please speak to a member of our safeguarding team, your child's teacher or our Family Engagement Team. We are here to listen and help you find the right support for your family.

Bristol Family Hubs

Bristol Family Hubs offer information, advice and support for families with children and young people aged 0–19 (or up to 25 for those with SEND). Family Hubs can help connect families with local services, parenting support and community resources.

Useful links:

Remember, asking for help is a sign of strength. Seeking support early can make a real difference, and we are always happy to help families access the advice and services they need. Seeking support early helps families to thrive. 

Contact Us

Happy to answer any questions

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Address

  • Beaufort Street, Easton, Bristol BS5 0SQ

Telephone Number

0117 377 3070

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