Safeguarding
Carlinghow Academy is committed to providing a secure and supportive environment in which children can develop and grow into mature and responsible people. Safeguarding children is a central part of our whole academy approach to ensure that children are protected from abuse and neglect and that every child reaches their full potential. This is achieved by:
- Creating an environment whereby high standards of work, effort and behaviour are expected and rewarded with praise and encouragement.
- Providing a curriculum, which will help all children to develop their full potential.
- Providing appropriate training and learning opportunities to sustain the personal and professional development of all staff, governors and volunteers.
- Developing an academy community where everyone feels valued and secure, shows understanding of others, respects diversity and promotes equality of opportunity and encourages a sense of pride in our academy.
- Working in partnership with parents by offering support, information and advice about their child’s learning and development.
Mrs Fishwick
Principal & Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)

Useful Support Contact Numbers:
- Women’s Domestic Violence – 0808 2000 247
- Men’s Domestic Violence – 0808 801 0327
- NSPCC 24hr free phone – 0808 800 5000
- Childline – 0800 1111
- Police (if not urgent) – 101
- Women’s Refuge – 0845 155 1485
- Social Services – 01484 456848

If you are ever concerned about any child please speak to Mrs Astin, Mrs Fishwick, or any member of the Senior Leadership Team.
SAFEGUARDING & CHILD PROTECTION POLICY FOR SCHOOLS & COLLEGES 2024-25
Further safeguarding information from Kirklees can be found here.