At Ghyllgrove Primary School and Nursery, the health, safety, and emotional well-being of all children are of paramount importance. Parents and carers send their children to school each day with the expectation that we provide a secure, nurturing, and safe environment in which every child can flourish. We cultivate a deep sense of belonging, ensuring all pupils know they are uniquely valued.

Our community is built on a foundation of kindness and compassion, where every child’s voice is heard. We look after our pupils' welfare with the utmost care, instilling hope for their bright futures and addressing any concerns seriously. All staff members and governors receive appropriate child protection training, regularly updated in line with advice from the Essex Safeguarding Children Board (ESCB), so that our caring adults can protect and uplift every child.

Our School Designated Safeguarding Leads are :

Mrs L Patmore and Mrs R Tidiman

Deputy Designated Safeguarding lead are:

Mrs L Morley and Mrs S Reeder

Online Safety leader: 

Miss K Gray 

AI Leader:

Mr J Leahy

If you have any Safeguarding concerns, you can contact the DSL or DDSL on admin@ghyllgrove.essex.sch.uk and mark the email URGENT Safeguarding or call the school office on 01268 450067. 

If you are concerned that a child is at risk of immediate significant harm, the first action is to call 999.

If you have concerns about adults that work with children, contact the LADO (Local Authority Designated Officer) on 03330 139 797.

To seek child protection advice, if you have concerns about the safety or well-being of our children, contact the Children and Families Hub on 0345 603 7627.