Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy
Reviewed April 2025
At Jasmine Dance Academy, we are committed to ensuring the safety and welfare of all our students. Safeguarding is at the core of everything we do, and we follow strict procedures to protect our students and ensure they feel safe and supported.
Purpose & Scope
This policy is designed to ensure the welfare and safety of all children under 18 years of age who attend Jasmine Dance Academy. We are committed to preventing abuse and promoting the well-being of our students.
Scope: This policy applies to everyone within the academy, including staff, volunteers, students, and parents.
Collaboration: We work closely with local safeguarding teams to address the needs of children and adults, identifying and responding to any concerns.
Our Beliefs & Responsibilities
We believe that every child has the right to be protected from harm and abuse. We aim to create a safe environment where all students can thrive, learn, and develop.
Children should never experience abuse of any kind.
We have a responsibility to promote the welfare of all children and young people, keeping them safe through our policies and practices.
Legal Framework
This policy is in line with relevant legislation and government guidance designed to protect children in England. For more information on the laws surrounding child protection, please visit the NSPCC website at nspcc.org.uk/childprotection.
This policy should be read alongside our Health and Safety Policy.
Our Safeguarding Commitment
At Jasmine Dance Academy, we are committed to the following principles:
Welfare First: The welfare of children is our top priority.
Equality in Protection: Every child, regardless of their background, deserves equal protection from harm, abuse, or neglect.
Some children may need extra protection due to previous experiences, communication needs, or other factors. We ensure additional safeguards are in place for these students.
Safeguarding Practices
To safeguard our students, we implement the following practices:
Respect & Listening: We value and respect all our students, creating an environment where concerns can be shared openly and safely.
Safeguarding Lead: We have a designated safeguarding lead to oversee our policies and procedures.
Training & Support: All teachers and volunteers receive training on safeguarding best practices, so they can confidently protect our students.
Background Checks: Every teacher and volunteer at Jasmine Dance Academy undergoes an enhanced DBS check before working with children.
Safe Environment: We ensure a safe and supportive environment for both students and teachers, complying with all health and safety regulations.
Access to Help: We make sure students and their families know where to go if they have concerns and that they are supported through the appropriate procedures.
Confidentiality: We handle all personal information related to safeguarding with the utmost care and in compliance with data protection laws.
Contact Information
If you have any concerns about safeguarding or child protection, please get in touch with our designated safeguarding lead or contact the NSPCC for advice.
Designated Safeguarding Lead: Jasmine Downer
Email: missjas@jasminedanceacademy.com
NSPCC Helpline: 0808 800 5000
We are committed to reviewing and updating this policy regularly to ensure it continues to meet the needs of our students and the relevant safeguarding guidelines.
This policy was last reviewed in April 2025.
Should there be queries about this policy, please contact the Principal, Jasmine Downer, by emailing missjas@jasminedanceacademy.com.