Child Safety
St Mary's Primary School is committed to the safety and welfare of all children, within a secure environment. All children have the right to be treated with respect and to be protected from abuse and harm.
At our school, student safety and privacy come first. Our photo policy is designed to celebrate learning while protecting every child’s rights. Photos and videos may be taken during classes, events, and school activities to showcase student achievements and build community. However, images are only shared—whether in newsletters, on our website, or on official social media channels—with prior parent or guardian consent. With some sports days coming up, we understand that parents and carers will want to capture these special moments. However, we kindly ask that you ensure you are only taking photographs or videos of your own child. This helps us to safeguard all pupils and respect the privacy of every family.
Engagement of Volunteers at St Mary's School
At St Mary's Primary School, Inglewood the safety and wellbeing of our students is our highest priority. To uphold our commitment to child safety, ALL Volunteers are required to review and acknowledge our Child Safe Code of Conduct, Staff & Students Professional Boundaries Policy and Photography & Video Policy and Procedures.
Additionally, Volunteers must complete a Volunteer Registration form and successfully complete the CESL School Volunteer Induction before commencing their role as a Volunteer.
We deeply value the contributions of our Volunteers and appreciate your support in maintaining a culture of care and protection. Together, we can continue to provide a safe and nurturing space for every child to thrive.
For more information regarding volunteering contact us or click on the link to complete the Volunteer Registration form.
All Volunteers will be asked to:
- Complete a Volunteer Registration form (including personal details, Working with Children Check (WWCC) and 2 personal referees). Please inform your referees they will be contacted by the school in relation to your volunteering.
- Once you have completed the Volunteer Registration form and are approved to Volunteer at the school, you will be sent an email with a link to access the required training:
(Please note – Completing this induction replaces the previous onsite induction interview)
- CESL School Volunteer Induction; and
- Read and acknowledge the Child Safe Code of Conduct, Staff & Students Professional Boundaries Policy and Photography & Video Policy and Procedures.
All Volunteers will be required to update details at the start of each year and inform the school of any changes to your circumstances or updates to your WWCC. All Volunteers will need to complete the CESL School Volunteer Induction and read and acknowledge all relevant safeguarding policies at the start of each school year even if an existing Volunteer.
All information received regarding volunteering and providing referee details will be maintained in line with CESL Privacy Policy.