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SAFE GUARDING POLICY

Introduction

At FABA drama, we are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where children and young people aged 7–18 can thrive creatively and socially. The safety and wellbeing of all students is our highest priority.

Our Commitment

We aim to:

  • Promote the welfare of every child and young person in our care

  • Protect them from harm, abuse, or neglect

  • Respond swiftly and effectively to any safeguarding concerns

  • Provide staff with training to understand and carry out their safeguarding responsibilities

Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)

Our DSL is Prisca Bakare, who oversees all safeguarding matters and acts as the primary point of contact. You can reach them at prisca.bakare@gmail.com.

Staff Responsibility & Vetting

  • All staff and volunteers working with children undergo enhanced DBS checks

  • Safeguarding training is completed regularly

  • Staff are expected to follow our safeguarding code of conduct at all times

Code of Conduct

Our staff and volunteers will:

  • Prioritise child safety and wellbeing

  • Treat all students fairly and with respect

  • Maintain appropriate boundaries and avoid behaviour that could be misinterpreted

  • Report concerns promptly to the DSL

Student Wellbeing & Online Safety

  • Classes are designed to foster confidence, creativity, and emotional safety

  • Online sessions, if applicable, are conducted on secure platforms and monitored appropriately

  • We educate students about appropriate conduct, boundaries, and speaking up if something makes them feel uncomfortable

Reporting & Responding to Concerns

We encourage students, parents, and staff to speak up about any safeguarding issues. All concerns will be:

  • Taken seriously

  • Handled confidentially, unless sharing information is essential for safeguarding

  • Referred to external agencies when necessary in line with statutory guidance

Confidentiality

We treat safeguarding information with the utmost sensitivity and will only share details when it's necessary to protect a child’s wellbeing.

Policy Review

This policy is reviewed annually or in response to changes in legislation.

Last reviewed: 15 July 2025.

 

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