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Safeguarding
MacIntyre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We have a number of policies and procedures in place that contribute to our safeguarding commitment, including our Safeguarding Policy which can be viewed n the “Policies and Statements” area of our website.
Sometimes we may need to share information and work in partnership with other agencies when there are concerns about a child’s welfare. We will ensure that our concerns about our students are discussed with his/her parents/carers first unless we have reason to believe that such move would be contrary to the child’s welfare.
We actively support the Government’s Prevent Agenda to counter radicalism and extremism.
Online Safety at MacIntyre School
At Macintyre School we recognise that over the last years, there has been an increased dependence on Internet access and the use of new technologies for schooling and communicating with friends and family. Being connected online can bring huge benefits and opportunities for children such as:
- Ability to self-express
- Gain knowledge and access learning tools
- Communicate with friends
- Bring people together
However along with these benefits there are significant risks. The internet is a dangerous place to explore if the right advice and guidance is not provided.
Staff who are confident and well trained in online safety can help children and young people enjoy the online world and get the most out of it whilst also remaining safe and aware of the various online harms and dangers they may encounter.
Macintyre School adopts a comprehensive whole-school approach to ensure the safety and well-being of our students, both in the online and offline worlds. Our school is dedicated to creating a culture of safety that encompasses all aspects of our students' lives, recognizing the unique challenges they face due to their severe learning difficulties and additional complex needs. We are committed to providing a secure and inclusive learning environment where students can thrive, explore, and learn safely.
Online safety education is delivered incrementally and woven into the curriculum, taking into account the individual needs of each young person. Given the significant needs of our students, learning is based on repetition, reinforcing key concepts to promote comprehension and retention. This approach becomes particularly vital when pupils share specific concerns. Our students are systematically taught where and how to seek support, and they are encouraged to openly share any concerns, including those related to online safety. If a young person discloses a safeguarding issue, staff are obligated to follow the procedures outlined in the safeguarding policy and report to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) or Deputy Designated Safeguarding Officer (DSO).
Designated Safeguarding Lead
- Catherine Clifford
Designated Safeguarding Deputy Lead
- Jennifer Marshall
Designated Safeguarding Officers
- Joanna Gondek
- Abbie Staley
- Kate Stopa
- Luke Vaughan
- Louise Waters
LAB member with responsibility for Safeguarding
- Penny Thatcher
Bucks Designated Officer (LADO)
- Contact number: 01296 382070
Bucks Children’s services
- 01296 383962 (office hours)
- 0800 999 7677 (out of hours)
Bucks Adult Services
- 0800 137 915 (office hours)
- 0800 999 7677 (out of hours)