The Anthony Curton

 Church of England VA Primary School

Safeguarding our children

The law requires Headteachers to report any obvious or suspected child abuse. This includes non accidental injury, physical neglect, emotional and or sexual abuse. Headteachers and staff are charged with the duty of reporting whatever their views of the likelihood of abuse.  This procedure is intended to protect our children, and school takes the attitude that when there are any suspicions, it is better to be safe than sorry.  At times, this does mean that Headteachers risk upsetting some parents by reporting a case that after investigation was proved to be unfounded, but it is hoped that parents will understand how difficult it is for Headteachers to carry out this delicate task, and that they act only in the best interests of the children in their care.

Statement of Purpose

At Anthony Curton Primary School we aim to provide a happy, supportive and caring environment, where each child has the right to an individual, high quality education, delivered within a Christian ethos. We actively promote the Christian values of mutual respect, tolerance  and support, and aim to enable all children to achieve their full potential.

Aims:

• Strive for the achievement of high standards, in all areas of the curriculum, including the physical as well as academic, spritual and moral development of our children.

• Encourage children to develop a caring and considerate attitude to others, based on mutual respect.

• Provide a caring, safe and welcoming environment where everyone feels valued, and where all members of the school community have the opportunity to fulfil their full potential.

• Actively encourage all children to develop their skills, gifts and talents, in all areas of the curriculum, including  developing an awareness of what constitutes a healthy lifestyle, to enable them to become valuable members of their community.

• Build strong links between home, school, church and community.

• Welcome all children regardless of race, creed, abilty, or disability.