First Federation Trust
KEEPING CHILDREN SAFE - WE ARE ALL RESPONSIBLE
This page features key information and information and support for pupils, parents and carers.
What to do if you are worried about bullying
ESafety Letter to Parents
Our Designated Safeguarding Lead is:
Stuart Dyer (Head of School)
Our Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead is:
Alison Walker (Deputy Head of School)
Our Level 3 advanced safeguarding trained staff are:
Laura Piper (Family Support Worker)
Jo Lock (Assistant Head)
Luke Pattison (Assistant Head)
Janet Holman (Nursery+ Teacher)
Brixington Primary Academy Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy
You can find more information about our approach to safeguarding as a Trust here.
Worried about yourself or about another child? You can receive advice from:
Devon's multi agency safeguarding hub is called MASH and its website has lots of advice if you are concerned about a child:
https://new.devon.gov.uk/educationandfamilies/child-protection
Remember - Buddy says, 'Who are your trusted adults?' NSPCC Childline: 0800 1111
Mental Health
If you are concerned about your child's mental health at school, you should always ask for a meeting with their teacher.
We have a relational-based approach to supporting our children, and class teachers are often able to make small adjustments that are very helpful.
We also work with a number of agencies and charities when specific mental health challenges are identified.
Accessing Mental Health Support
Worried about your child's behaviour or mental health and not sure what's normal or how to find sensible advice?
You've come to the right place ! HappyMaps is a one-stop-shop for parents with links to support and information for problems in children of all ages
Young people’s mental health, advice and support
If you are struggling with news about the coronavirus and it is affecting your mental health, have a look at our blog for advice and support
XenZone is a provider of online mental health services for children, young people and adults. Kooth, from XenZone, is an online counselling and emotional well-being platform for children and young people, accessible through mobile, tablet and desktop and free at the point of use
Sex and Relationships
NSPCC Sexual abuse support: https://www.nspcc.org.uk/preventing-abuse/keeping-children-safe/underwear-rule/
Messages from the Police
Message from police regarding county lines/drugs
Discussing online safety with your children
Advice around Snapchat, TikTok and WhatsApp
Using Instagram is popular with some older pupils at school. Parents are reminded that the minimum age for Instagram users is 13, and are invited to read Instagram Tips for Parents via this link: https://help.instagram.com/154475974694511
These apps are popular with children and teens. Do you know what they are?
For information regarding the best parental control software and apps, please click this link: https://www.comparitech.com/parental-control/
