Be aware of the safeguarding risks over the holidays
The summer holidays mean your pupils will be spending many weeks without your school being able to check in on them – and during that time, they may be more exposed to difficult situations which could affect their wellbeing and safety.
Before the start of term, consider these risks, so you can be ready to look out for any concerns about returning pupils and staff.
Pupils may spend more time in a difficult home situation
Long-standing issues within families could be heightened over the holidays, and new safeguarding issues may arise.
Pupils might be exposed to:
There could also be increased risks of both child sexual abuse and child-on-child sexual abuse, as pupils may spend time with
