Last updated:

9th June 2026

Safeguarding

Early Years

Report a concern about a child

If you are worried about a child or young person you should tell us immediately. Children and their parents may need urgent help.

Report a concern

Report a concern about an adult working with children

If you are worried about an adult working with children, you must tell the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) immediately.

Report to LADO

Keeping Children Safe In Education (KCSIE)

Please refer to this document for 

  • safeguarding information for all staff
  • management of safeguarding
  • safer recruitment
  • safeguarding concerns or allegations about staff
  • Child on child sexual violence and sexual harassment

     

KCSIE

Local safeguarding procedures

Further information about local safeguarding procedures can be found on the Berkshire West Safeguarding Children's Partnership (BWSCP) website

BWSCP

Training

Safeguarding E-Learning

Free Level 1 Safeguarding e-learning is available for all Early Years and Childcare staff through the My Learning website. 

Start training

Suitable for:

  • New staff waiting for face-to-face training
  • Staff needing a refresher (every 3 years)
  • Anyone wanting to update knowledge 

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