Child Protection Policy

Child Protection Policy Info Page

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Elisabeth School of Dance

Child Protection Policy –

Policy Statement

Elisabeth School of Dance acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice and The Royal Academy of Dance requirements.

The policy recognises that the welfare and interests of children are paramount in all circumstances. It aims to ensure that regardless of age, gender, religion or beliefs, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or socioeconomic background, all children

 

•       have a positive and enjoyable experience of dance at Elisabeth School of Dance in a safe and child centred environment

•       are protected from abuse whilst participating in the dance activity provided by Elisabeth School of Dance.

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As part of our safeguarding policy Elisabeth School of Dance will:

  

• promote and prioritise the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.

• treating all members of the school and staff equally with respect and dignity.

• ensure that confidential, detailed and accurate records of all safeguarding concerns are maintained and securely store

• all members will be taught be a qualified teacher and the qualified teacher will  guide and supervise assistants.

• challenging unacceptable or bullying behaviour.

• giving enthusiastic and constructive feedback

• recording any injuries in an accident book

Elisabeth School of Dance staff and assistants may be required, at times, to assist a child with dressing or visiting the toilet.  This will only be done if the child is unable to do it for themselves.   We may also need to help them adjusting a position to correct them in their dance training.  This will only be done if deemed appropriate and never if a child/member does not wish for it to be done.

Monitoring 

The policy will be kept under review, or in the following circumstances:

•       changes in legislation and/or government guidance

•       Due to any other significant change or event.

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E Shattock   September 2023