At Eardisley C Primary School we recognise that Safeguarding is EVERYONE’S priority. This means we all work together in the best interests of the child
As a values-based, caring school community we pledge to do our utmost to ensure that every child is safe and happy at all times
Designated Safeguarding Lead: Mrs Bridget Knight
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead: Mrs Mealand
Designated Safeguarding Lead: Mrs Bridget Knight
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead: Mrs Mealand
If you are worried about a child in our school, please speak to any of the above staff immediately
If you are worried a child is in danger you can call MASH (Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub) on
01432 260800 or 01905 768020 (Out of Hours)
or call 999
The MASH website is: Children's Policies & Guidance - Herefordshire Safeguarding Boards and Partnerships
Private Fostering
Private fostering is different to fostering. When you are privately fostered, social workers don’t arrange where you live, but they do have to visit and make sure it is safe for you. Private fostering is when a child or young person under 16 (or 18 if disabled) lives for 28 days or more with someone who is not a:
- Parent (including step parent)
- Legal guardian or person with parental responsibility
- Close relative (like grandparent, brother or sister, aunt or uncle)
The council has a legal duty to make sure that all private fostering arrangements are safe for the child. We have to ensure that the child or young person is being looked after properly, that appropriate arrangements are agreed between parties and that everyone involved knows who to ask for help if advice or support is needed.