Safeguarding
At Hurst Lodge we are committed to safeguarding our children and young people, and we expect everyone who works in our school to share this commitment. The safety and welfare of our children and young people is our highest priority, and as such, the adults in our school take all welfare concerns seriously and encourage children and young people to talk to us about anything that worries them. We will always act in the best interest of the child and are proud to uphold and embrace a culture that recognises ‘It can happen here!’.
The school promotes a culture of safety, equality, protection, and vigilance. Our safeguarding practise is under constant review and operates with transparency across the school. Safeguarding policies and procedures are written and reviewed in line with statutory guidance and legal frameworks to ensure our safeguarding duties are fulfilled. The school’s safeguarding and child protection policy can be found on the school website.
Should you have any questions or concerns around welfare, safeguarding, or child protection please contact the Designated Safeguarding Lead for Hurst Lodge School.
yateleysafeguarding@hurstlodgeschool.co.uk 01252 227 002 (option 1) Woodlandssafeguarding@hurstlodgeschool.co.uk 01252 227 002 (option 2)
Outside of school hours: If you are aware of a child who is at risk of significant harm or in immediate danger, please call 999.
Yateley Safeguarding Team
Woodlands Safeguarding Team
Mental Health
The Safeguarding Team are aware of the increasing need to support the mental health & wellbeing of our children and young people in our care. This is a pattern which is happening across the country in the education sector. We recognise that there will be some students and parents who may not be aware of the support available both at local level, and national level.
Below is a list of mental health organisations that can offer support that we can recommend.
Childline 0800 1111
Childline offers useful advice and resources on how to support mental health and bullying.
Online Bullying is a concern for many parents. Internet Matters have put some expert tips together for parents which are split by ages.
Hampshire Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service 02382 317 912
This site offers excellent support and advice for parents and young people, helping pupils to become more aware, more motivated and more empowered to make choices that enhance their health and well-being. Please visit the site for more information.
TalkPlus 01252 533 355
TalkPlus are a free, NHS service run locally to support students aged 16 and over with wellbeing and mental health concerns. Talk Plus offer a range of talking therapies including single sessions, CBT, counsellors and Mindfulness. Please note that they are not a crisis service. Further details are available on the website.
YoungMinds 0808 802 5544
YoungMinds offers a confidential helpline.
Home :: Mindworks Surrey (mindworks-surrey.org)
The Children and Young People’s Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health Service
Samaritans 116123
Provides confidential support for anyone in a crisis.