At William Murdoch !Primary School, safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and welfare of every child in our care. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility, and we are committed to ensuring that every child is safe, supported and able to thrive. Safeguarding is about ensuring that everyone is safe from harm – safe from bullying, safe from people who could abuse, safe from discrimination or harassment – and that everyone feels safe in our environment.

We recognise our moral and statutory responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all pupils. We expect all staff, governors and volunteers to share this commitment and to act in the best interests of children at all times.

We aim to:

• Provide a safe and secure environment for all pupils

• Ensure all adults working with children are appropriately trained

• Teach children how to stay safe, including online safety and digital wellbeing

• Work in partnership with parents and external agencies

We work closely with external agencies, including Birmingham Safeguarding Children Partnership, to ensure that children receive the support they need. Under the Children’s Act we are duty bound to report any complaints of abuse to Birmingham Social Services. If a child passes information to us regarding any form of abuse whether physical, emotional, sexual or neglect, we are not allowed, under the law, to keep this information secret. The same law states if a member of staff suspects any form of abuse then the situation must be monitored closely and the information must be passed to Birmingham Social Services.

Key Safeguarding Contacts

Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) is: Mrs M Pannu
Telephone: 0121 5540999

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads are: Mr Singh, Mrs Kullar, Mrs Baker and Mr Harris

Safeguarding Governor: Ms M Sinclaire

The school has a Policy for Safe Use of Images to protect the children. No photographs or videos should be taken on the school premises without prior consent from the Headteacher. DVDs produced at school are strictly for personal use only. The school uses CCTV images to reduce crime and monitor the school buildings in order to provide a safe and secure environment for pupils, staff and visitors and to prevent the loss or damage to school property.

We also recognise the importance of online safety. Pupils are taught how to stay safe online and appropriate filtering and monitoring systems are in place to protect them when using the internet in school.

Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy

The Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is reviewed annually. The current policy can be found via the link below. Paper copies of all information on our website are available free of charge upon request from the school office.

Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy 2025-26

What to do if you are worried

If you are worried about the safety or wellbeing of a child, please contact the Designated Safeguarding Lead immediately using the details above.

If you believe a child is in immediate danger, call 999.

You can also contact Birmingham Children’s Services directly on 0121 554 099 or visit https://www.birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk/contact

We will always take concerns seriously and act in the best interests of the child.