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If a child is at risk of immediate harm, please call the police on 999 immediately.
In the King’s Worcester Foundation of schools, we recognise the wide-ranging challenges that families can face in bringing up children and keeping them safe. As a Foundation, we are fully committed to ensuring that we go the extra mile in ensuring the health, safety and well-being of all the pupils in our care.
There may be times when you or your children need extra help and support. To that end, we have signposted you to some useful websites and services at the bottom of this page. If a conversation would be more helpful, please do not hesitate to come and talk to us. Key staff with a responsibility for safeguarding are also listed below but it is important to emphasise that all adults working in our schools have a responsibility to be vigilant in recognising issues early and reporting concerns; the culture in the Foundation is very much based on openness and professional curiosity, where the needs of children come first.
Mr Ben Charles
Head of Foundation, King’s Worcester
Foundation Safeguarding Policy and KCSIE Guidance
If you are worried about a child
If you believe that a child or young person is at risk from harm, please contact the police on 999.
If you have concerns about the welfare of a child or young person and feel that they could be in need of safeguarding or protection, you should contact the Worcester County Council Family Front Door on 01905 822666. Monday to Thursday from 9.00am to 5.00pm and Fridays from 9.00am to 4.30pm. In an emergency or out of these hours you can contact them on 01905 768020.
Should you have concerns about the welfare of a pupil from our community of schools, please contact one of our Designated Safeguarding Leads:
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- King’s Worcester Senior School Miss Harriet Dyke (Deputy Head Pastoral)
- King’s Hawford Prep School Mr Tom Butt (Headmaster)
- King’s St Alban’s Prep School Mr Nick Hawker (Headmaster)
Well-being Signposting
Below you will find a number of charities and helplines which can offer additional support and guidance for you and/or your child. Further links to supporting organisations and charities may be found on Firefly.
Rethink Mental Illness improves the lives of people severely affected by mental illness through their network of local groups and services, expert information and successful campaigning.
☎️ 0300 5000 927
The Mental Health Foundation has been the UK’s leading charity for everyone’s mental health. With prevention at the heart of what the Mental Health Foundation do, they aim to find and address the sources of mental health problems so that people and communities can thrive.
Kooth provides free, safe, and anonymous online mental health support for children and young people. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, or just need someone to talk to, Kooth is here to help you through it all.
Kooth offers a range of services including online counselling, self-help tools, and an online community, ensuring that support is available whenever you need it. All of this is provided in a safe and supportive environment, where you can speak freely without fear of judgment.
With Kooth, you’re never alone – support is available 365 days a year, whether you need immediate help or ongoing care.
KOOTH SERVICES
💬 Online Counselling – Speak to a qualified professional
📝 Self-help Resources – Tools and exercises for managing mental health
🌐 Online Community – Connect with others going through similar experiences
eSafety
The following links provide useful information and guidance to both pupils and parents and guardians to ensure online safety for all.