Safeguarding

At Stonebridge Academy, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is our highest priority. We are committed to providing a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where all students feel protected, respected, and able to thrive.

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility, and all staff, volunteers, and visitors share a duty to protect students from harm.

The school has trained Designated Safeguarding Leads responsible for managing safeguarding concerns and referrals.

• Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL): Vacant [Acting: Charlotte Fletcher]

• Deputy DSL: Charlotte Fletcher

Stonebridge Academy recognises that safeguarding includes, but is not limited to:

• Physical, emotional, and sexual abuse

• Neglect

• Peer-on-peer abuse

• Bullying and cyberbullying

• Online safety risks

• Child sexual exploitation (CSE)

• Radicalisation and extremism

• Domestic abuse

• Mental health concerns