Our designated person (a member of staff) who co-ordinates child, young person and vulnerable adult protection issues is: Lucie Picardo  

  

When the setting is open but the designated person is not on site, a suitably trained deputy is available at all times for staff to discuss safeguarding concerns. This is: Bonita Ellis, Grant Picardo.

 

• Frinton Montessori will work with children, parents and the community to ensure the rights and safety of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Our Safeguarding Policy is available at all times and based on the three key commitments: 
  

  

•  We are committed to building a 'culture of safety' in which children, young people and vulnerable adults are protected from abuse and harm in all areas of our service delivery. 
  

• We are committed to responding promptly and appropriately to all incidents, allegations or concerns of abuse that may occur and to work with statutory agencies in accordance with the procedures that are set down in 'What to do if you’re worried a child is being abused' (HMG, 2015) and the Care Act 2014. 
  

• We are committed to promoting awareness of child abuse issues throughout our training and learning programmes for adults. We are also committed to empowering children through our early childhood curriculum, promoting their right to be strong, resilient and listened to. 
  

 

 

 

In a nutshell, safeguarding is about keeping children safe and protecting them from all types of harm. 

Whether you use a childminder, nursery, preschool, holiday club, or after school club most providers have to register with Ofsted, who will inspect them regularly to make sure that your child has the best possible care. 

You can find out more in the guide Inspecting registered childcare providers: information for parents which is available on the gov.uk website. 

• All childcare providers have to keep your children safe whilst in their care and providers will need to have a written policy about how they do this. You can ask to see this at any time.  
  

• Your childcare provider should share any concerns about your child with you. However, please be aware that they have a legal duty to report any worries that they may have if they suspect a child may have been harmed. 
  

• All childcare providers must have a person who is specially trained and qualified to manage any safeguarding concerns. This is Lucie Picardo.  
  

• All staff working in early years and childcare settings must have checks before they are employed to make sure that they are suitable to work with your child. 
  

• When employing new staff a childcare provider must also obtain suitable references and should check them before they employ anyone. 
  

• All members of staff should have safeguarding training which is renewed regularly. 

You should be clear about how to raise an issue or make a complaint if you are unhappy about anything 

 

 

 

 

If you are concerned about any aspect of the care provided for your child, speak to Lucie or Bonita about your concerns. This will often solve most problems. If you are still not satisfied you might want to ask us about our complaints procedure. 

 

If you have made a formal complaint and feel it is unresolved you can contact Ofsted, which can investigate complaints or concerns about the quality of childcare provided by Ofsted-registered childcare providers or childminders, or about people providing childcare who are not registered with them. 

 

Call them on 03330 123 4666