Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for Child Protection: Ms Katie Parkhouse

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads (DDSL): Kerry Hurley and Vicky Amor

Designated Safeguarding & Child Protection Governor: David Wheller

We follow strict Safer Recruitment procedures, with key staff holding the ‘Safer Recruitment in Education' qualification. Some of our governors also hold this qualification. 

This includes:

• Allegations against staff – Guidance for dealing with allegations
• Safer recruitment policy
• Visitors policy
• E-Safety policy 

Reporting Safeguarding Concerns:

The safety, welfare, and well-being of every child at Sandy Lane Primary School is our absolute priority. If you have any concerns regarding the safety or well-being of a child, please do not hesitate to contact us.

• Speak to our Safeguarding Team: Contact the school office directly and ask to speak to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) or a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL).

• Email our Confidential Inbox: Alternatively, you can report safeguarding concerns via email to our confidential address: [email protected].

  • Important Note: To assist us in handling your message swiftly, please make the subject line of your email "Safeguarding Concern" or "Safeguarding Related".

  • All staff members monitoring this inbox follow strict statutory safeguarding procedures and confidentiality protocols, operating under a rapid scheme of delegation to escalate, triage, and signpost concerns without delay.

• External Reporting (Bracknell Forest MASH):

  If you believe a child is at risk of significant harm, neglect, or abuse, you can contact the Bracknell Forest Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) directly:

• Phone (Daytime): 01344 352005 (Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm)

• Emergency Duty Service (Out of Hours): 01344 351999 (Evenings, weekends, and bank holidays)

• Email: [email protected]

• Online Referral: Via the Bracknell Forest Council Safeguarding Portal

• Named or Anonymous Reporting: You can choose to provide your details or make a report completely anonymously. If you do provide your name, you can request that it is kept strictly confidential. While sharing contact details can help social care professionals gather follow-up information if needed, any report—named or anonymous—will be taken seriously and thoroughly assessed.

• (Please note: If a child is in immediate danger, always call 999 straight away.)

• School Policy: Our full Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is available to view and download on this page.

Online Safety Hub for Parents

We are delighted to share access to the Greenshaw Learning Trust Online Safety Hub. This fantastic resource provides parents and carers with practical advice, up-to-date guidance and simple strategies to support children in an ever-changing digital world.

The Online Safety Hub includes:

• Guidance on popular apps, games and online trends
• Advice on setting healthy boundaries around technology
• Support for discussing online safety with children
• Resources to help children build positive digital habits
• Practical tips for keeping children safe online

As the national conversation around children's online safety continues, the most effective protection comes when schools and families work together.

We encourage all parents and carers to explore the Online Safety Hub and make use of the wealth of support available. Together, we can ensure our children are not only safe online, but confident, responsible and informed digital citizens.

Access the Online Safety Hub here

Helpful Support & Signposting for Families

We recognise that parenting can be both rewarding and challenging, and families occasionally need additional guidance or outside assistance.

Please visit our dedicated Useful Websites for Support directory.

Why this resource is so useful:

• Curated, Trusted Guidance: Provides a vetted collection of direct links to local Bracknell Forest services, national charities, mental health organisations, and family support networks.

• Immediate, Practical Help: Gives parents and carers instant access to professional advice on topics ranging from emotional well-being, housing, and financial assistance to SEND and parenting strategies.

• Confidential Self-Referral: Allows families to explore external support options independently and confidentially at their own pace.