At Connaught School for Girls, safeguarding is our number one priority. We are passionate about ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and protection of every student, making it our mission to provide a secure, supportive environment where all girls feel safe, valued, and heard.
We are fully committed to protecting children from harm, promoting their welfare, and ensuring they grow up in a safe and nurturing environment. Our approach to safeguarding involves:
- Protecting children from harm and ensuring they feel safe and supported.
- Promoting healthy development and wellbeing for every child.
- Providing high-quality care that meets each child’s needs.
- Building trusting relationships so every child feels heard and valued.
- Taking proactive steps to help every child thrive and reach their full potential.
Safeguarding at Connaught extends beyond child protection—it covers health and safety, site security, school trips, anti-bullying measures, and pastoral care. We are also part of Operation Encompass, working with the Metropolitan Police to provide immediate support to any student affected by domestic incidents.
Our Designated Safeguarding Lead is Ms Hickes, Assistant Headteacher. Our Heads of Year are also trained to be Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads.
If you have any concerns about a child at the school, or if you need to discuss any safeguarding matters, please contact our Safeguarding Team via the school office or email safeguarding@connaught.waltham.sch.uk.
(Please note: messages are only responded to during school hours and term time. In an emergency, contact the police.