Some Frequently Asked Questions Safeguarding are detailed below. If you have a question that is not answered here please contact us and we will be happy to help you.
We understand that accidents can happen, your child may have a minor head bump or injury. At drop off we will ask that you provide us with information about this and complete a pre-existing injury form. This enables us to have a full and accurate picture of your child’s needs so we can support and care for them throughout their session.
Any unknown visitor to nursery would not be permitted entry into the building.
At the point of registering your child at Eastwood you are asked to provide at least two additional emergency contacts. These additional contacts will be used if we were be unable to contact you.
At Eastwood we take all concerns and complaints seriously these are directed to our senior leadership team and the relevant policies and procedures are followed. If you feel that your concerns have not been addressed you are able to contact the Safeguarding Governor or Ofsted directly.
Please find more information here - https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/reporting-abuse/dedicated-helplines/whistleblowing-advice-line/
We have no mobile phone policy in order to protect all children, staff and visitors. We also ask that no smart watches or glasses are used within the building.
Upon entry, you will be asked to store your device in our lockbox at Reception.
You can find out more about keeping children safe online here - https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/online-safety/
During the registration process we will get to know you and your child without judgement. We have a duty of care to protect all children which may involve immediately contacting external agencies.
You can discuss this with one of the Designated Safeguarding Leads or contact the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub here - https://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/health-and-social-care/children-and-families/report-a-concern-about-a-child/
We work in partnerships with parents to support the best outcomes for every child. We have a Family Liaison Practitioner who will support and guide you. They can be contacted on dsl@eastwood.wandsworth.sch.uk
You can find out more about the support we offer here
We embrace all children’s racial, cultural and religious backgrounds. We celebrate diversity with children, visitors and staff and develop a strong sense of belonging so that everyone feels included.
We place the child at the centre of what we do and ensure that our practice is culturally sensitive.
Eastwood Nursery School & Centre for Families is part of The Wandsworth Federation of Maintained Nursery Schools.
