At Oak International Academies, safety is our top priority. With a safe and nurturing environment, students can fully engage in their growth journey, embracing new challenges and experiences with confidence.
Our Growing by experience approach is all about learning through exploration and innovation, and our Growing Safe Policy is designed to support this every step of the way. By prioritizing safety and well-being, we ensure that students can push their boundaries, discover their potential, and thrive—knowing they are always in a secure and supportive space.
Our policy includes well-defined principles, rules, and procedures designed to create and maintain a secure environment while preventing potential risks. It is structured into three key sections:
- Code of Conduct:
- Clear guidelines for all staff and individuals interacting with minors to safeguard their physical, psychological, and social well-being.
- Reporting and Response Procedures:
- A transparent system for reporting and addressing any violations of the code of conduct promptly and effectively.
- Policy Implementation and Monitoring:
- A framework to enforce our Safe Environment Policy, ensuring staff suitability and continuous improvement.
To achieve our mission of maintaining a safe and nurturing environment, we uphold the following core principles:
- Safe and healthy environments: We provide a secure, nurturing environment to protect and support every student.
- Recognizing the impact of abuse: We acknowledge the deep harm caused by abuse and affirm that no one should experience it.
- Zero tolerance for abuse: We condemn all forms of abuse and refuse to tolerate or conceal it under any circumstances.
- Culture of prevention: Through education and regular training, we cultivate a community-wide culture of prevention and vigilance.
- Comprehensive safeguarding policy: Our policy sets clear rules and procedures, monitored by a dedicated committee, to uphold a safe environment for all.
- Risk mitigation: We proactively identify and address potential risks to ensure child safety in every activity.
- High-standard recruitment: We carefully screen and train all staff to guarantee their suitability for working with children.
- Code of conduct: Every staff member must commit to our code of conduct and complete regular safeguarding training.
- Clear reporting procedures: We ensure the community understands how to report breaches or suspicions effectively.
- Legal compliance and updates: We report suspected abuse to authorities and update our policies to meet current laws and best practices.
Growing Safe: Our Ongoing Commitment
At Oak International Academies, we are committed to building a community based on trust, respect, and protection. Our Growing Safe! initiative provides resources and support for students, staff, and families to ensure ongoing safety and well-being.
Together, we can ensure that every student feels safe, supported, and empowered to reach their fullest potential.
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