We are committed to providing the highest standards in relation to the safeguarding of the children and young people entrusted to our care.
We support all students by:
- Providing a caring, safe, and positive environment within the school
- Encouraging communication, self-esteem, and self-assertiveness
- Effectively tackling bullying and harassment
- Promoting all aspects of the Equality Act 2010
- Training all staff in Child Protection and Safeguarding to the appropriate level and ensuring they are aware of safeguarding procedures within our school
- Providing the infrastructure for effective reporting, record keeping, and working in partnership
We expect all staff and visitors to our school to behave in a way which ensures our children are safeguarded at all times. This includes a duty for any safeguarding concerns to be reported to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) or Designated Safeguarding Officer (DSO).
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Teresa Norris – Assistant Headteacher
Email: Teresa.Norris@acornnewbarnschool.co.uk
Telephone Number: 07384 256995
Designated Safeguarding Officers
Riverview House
Pamela Hewett – Family Liaison Officer
Email: pamela.hewett@acornnewbarnschool.co.uk
Telephone Number: 07940 654613
Willow & Home Farm
Ashleigh Bamford-Pearce – Family Liaison Officer
Email: ashleigh.bamfordpearce@acornnewbarnschool.co.uk
Telephone Number: 07385 662088
Holly Bennett – Family Liaison Officer
Email: holly.bennett@acornnewbarnschool.co.uk
Telephone Number: 07442 626769
We have listed a range of trusted organisations across Basingstoke, Newbury, Thatcham, Berkshire and Hampshire that offer support, activities and inclusive opportunities for children and families — particularly those with SEND and neurodiverse needs.
Trusted Organisations