Our Safeguarding Curriculum
At Scholar Green, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do and we are committed to creating a culture where every child feels safe, supported and valued. Through our safeguarding curriculum, children are taught how to keep themselves safe both in and out of school through dedicated lessons, assemblies, educational visits and extra-curricular clubs. We encourage pupils to develop confidence, resilience and an understanding of how to seek help when needed. Scholar Green also has an active Safeguarding Council, giving children the opportunity to share ideas and contribute to promoting safety and wellbeing across the school community. In addition, our designated Mental Health Lead works closely with pupils, families and staff to support emotional wellbeing and ensure that children always have someone to talk to. To help children feel heard and supported each day, pupils are able to ‘check in’ each morning should they have any worries or concerns, allowing staff to provide timely care and support whenever it is needed.
Safeguarding Council - The Pupil Safeguarding Council plays an important role in promoting a strong culture of safety and wellbeing throughout the school. The council works closely with staff to help children understand how to keep themselves safe both in school and in the wider community. Members of the council lead assemblies, share important safeguarding messages with their peers and encourage children to speak out if they have any worries or concerns. They also attend local events and workshops, such as Crucial Crewe, where they learn about a range of important safety topics including personal safety, online safety and making positive choices. The knowledge and experiences they gain are then shared with the wider school community, helping all pupils to feel informed, confident and safe.
Assemblies - An important part of our safeguarding curriculum is educating children through engaging and informative assemblies. These assemblies provide valuable opportunities for pupils to learn about how to keep themselves safe, healthy and well both in school and beyond. Many assemblies are led by pupils themselves, including members of the Safeguarding Council, who confidently share important messages and promote positive choices across the school community. We also welcome a range of external visitors and organisations who help to enrich our safeguarding education, including NSPCC, The River Trust and RSPCA. These visitors provide children with expert advice and practical guidance on a variety of topics such as personal safety, water safety, wellbeing and caring for animals, helping pupils to develop the knowledge and confidence they need to stay safe in everyday life.
Road Safety Education - As Scholar Green is located on the busy A34, road safety forms an essential part of our safeguarding curriculum. From Nursery onwards, children are taught the importance of staying safe near roads and are given regular opportunities to develop their understanding through practical, controlled experiences. Pupils learn key road safety skills such as stopping, looking, listening and crossing safely, helping them to build confidence and awareness from an early age. These experiences are carefully supported by staff and older pupils, creating a strong culture of care and responsibility across the school. For example, Reception children are guided and supported by their Year 6 buddies, who model safe behaviours and help younger pupils to practise crossing and walking safely near the main road. Through this progressive approach, children develop the knowledge and confidence they need to stay safe in the local community.
Internet Safety -
At Scholar Green, internet safety is one of our key safeguarding priorities. We recognise the important role technology plays in children’s lives and are committed to providing pupils with the knowledge, understanding and practical skills they need to keep themselves safe online both in and out of school. Through dedicated lessons, assemblies and wider curriculum opportunities, children learn how to use the internet responsibly, safely and respectfully. Pupils are taught about topics such as protecting personal information, recognising online risks, safe communication, cyberbullying and knowing how and when to seek help. We aim to empower children to become confident and responsible digital citizens who are able to make safe choices online and understand the importance of maintaining their wellbeing in an increasingly digital world.
Information for Pupils
The Internet is an amazing thing! At school we use the Internet on a regular basis as part of our learning and teaching. In school, we have 'e-safety' messages to remind children of the importance of keeping themselves safe online.
Here is some advice for using the Internet safely:
Always ask permission before using the Internet.
Only send e-mails to your friends.
Only go to Internet sites that you know are safe.
Be careful what you type into a search engine.
Never tell anyone your name, address or telephone number over the Internet.
Always tell your parents or teacher if you are upset by something you see on the Internet.
Our computer network at school is safeguarded against inappropriate content. Unfortunately, computers at home might not have the same level of safety. Always follow the advice above when you are using the Internet. That way, you will stay safe and protect yourselves and those around you.
You are not allowed to have a page on social networking sites such as Facebook. If you have one with your parent or carer's permission, you can do some things to make this a bit safer.
Set the highest security so that your details, picture etc cannot be seen by just anybody
Use a made up name so that only people that you really know can find you
Only accept as friends people that you really know. remember that although someone says that they are 12 years old on the Internet, thay might not really be 12!
Click on any of these links to find out more about how to keep safe on the Internet.
http://www.internetsafetyzone.co.uk/under-13s/
http://www.childnet-int.org/kia/primary/smartadventure/default.aspx
Parents and Carers Information
The internet is an essential element in 21st century life for education and social interaction. The school has a duty to provide students with quality internet access as part of their learning experience.
At Scholar Green we take all reasonable measures to make sure that your children are able to use the Internet safely.
For full details of our apporach to e safety, please see our e safety policy on the website's Policies section.
Authorising internet access
All children must have returned a form signed by their parent / carer before they are able to use the Internet in school and that they understand our acceptable use policy. These forms have been sent out regularly and most families have returned them. They are available form the school office.
Anti-Bullying
At Scholar Green Primary School we believe that all pupils have a right to learn in a supportive, caring and safe environment without the fear of being bullied. We promote good behaviour. It is made clear that bullying is a form of anti-social behaviour, is wrong and will not be tolerated. If you have concerns about your child and bullying either in the local community, online or in school please discuss your concerns with their class teacher.
As part of Cheshire East Council's commitment to tackle bullying, a multi-agency group has developed a new online resource. This provides information for parents to support their child if they are experiencing bullying at school, in the local community or online.
For more information please see the following link: http://www.cheshireeast.gov.uk/children_and_families/family_information_service/bully-free-cheshire-east/bully-free-cheshire-east.aspx
Bikeability
Bikeability is today’s cycle training programme. It’s like cycling proficiency, but better! It’s about gaining practical skills and understanding how to cycle on today’s roads. Bikeability gives everyone the skills and confidence for all kinds of cycling.
There are three Bikeability levels, each designed to improve cycling skills, no matter what is known already. Levels 1, 2 and 3 take trainees from the basics of balance and control, all the way to planning and making an independent journey on busier roads.
Year 4 & 5 Pupils complete Bikeability Level 1
At Level 1 new riders learn to control and master their bikes in a space away from traffic such as a playground or closed car park. Trainees will usually be trained in a group of 3-12, though individual training may also be available in your area. At Level 1 pupils can:
prepare yourself and your bike for cycling
get on and off your bike without help
start off, pedal and stop with control
pedal along, use gears and avoid objects
look all around and behind, and control the bike
share space with pedestrians and other cyclists
Pupils in Year 6 complete Bikeability Level 2
Level 2 takes place on local streets, giving trainees a real cycling experience. Trainees learn how to deal with traffic on short journeys such as cycling to school or the local shops. Trainees are usually trained in small groups – up to 6 trainees per instructor – though individual training may also be available. At Level 2 you can:
prepare for on-road cycling
start and finish an on-road journey
recognise typical hazards
let others know what you are about to do
know where to ride on the road
pass parked vehicles and side roads