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Every Student Matters

At Winstanley College every student really does matter, and parents and carers should be aware that the College will take any reasonable action to ensure the safety and well being of its students. If you are worried about a student you can contact the Support Team (Personal Tutors, Senior Tutors and Assistant Principal) at the College.

We recognise the damage that can be caused by bullying, in all its forms and have a zero tolerance policy towards any behaviour that causes anxiety or distress to others. We regard each person as worthy of the utmost respect.

Child Protection and the Curriculum

Winstanley College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people within the ethos and context of it’s mission. We fully recognise the contribution the College can make to protect and support students. We recognise that high self-esteem, confidence, peer support and clear lines of communication with trusted adults helps all students, and especially those at risk of suffering abuse.

For further details of the College’s Safeguarding policy, please view the College’s full policies below.

Emergency/Immediate Crisis Support

The following services do offer support to individuals who feel they are a serious risk to themselves or others, or those in immediate danger:

Samaritans for 24/7 support and someone to talk to. This service is free and confidential. 116 123You can call the NHS 111 service if you urgently need help or advice but it is not a life-threatening situation

The Mental Health Rapid Response Service is a rapid assessment service for people suffering from mental health problems who are at risk and may not be able to keep themselves safe, or are considering attending A&E for help with their mental health. Available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Call 01273 242220

For emergency situations always call 999 or visit the local Accident & Emergency.

Child Protection is part of safeguarding and promoting welfare and refers to activities that are undertaken to: protect children and young people from maltreatment; prevent impairment of health or development; prevent radicalisation; ensure they grow up in circumstances consistent with the provision of safe and effective care; and action is taken to enable all to have the best outcomes.

The College will work in accordance with guidance set out in Working Together to Safeguard Children (DFE July 2018), Keeping Children Safe in Education (DFE September 2020), What to do if you’re worried a child is being abused (DFE 2015) and Information sharing: Advice for practitioners providing safeguarding services to children, young people, parents and carers (DFE March 2015).

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