Safety in our School
The school has a high level of security, with the perimeter of the buildings being protected by a security fence and all doors into the school being of a secure steel design. We also have 24 hour CCTV in operation throughout the school building and in the school yards. Visitors wear visible identification badges when inside the school and are only permitted to access the building unsupervised with the correct DBS certifications.
To protect the students, staff and the building during the school day, once the students have been allowed into the building at the start of a school session, all outside doors are on an automatic time lock. This is not a danger to the children, as in the event of an emergency, students can quickly leave the building by the emergency exits leading out to the secure area at the side of the building.
There are well publicised fire evacuation procedures and regular fire drills are conducted throughout the school year. Students have their own W.C facilities which are attended by staff when they are available for use at break and lunchtime. We have dedicated members of staff who act as qualified first aid providers in cases of injury/medical emergency and also keep an emergency defibrillation device help securely in our school office for cardiac emergencies.
Safeguarding
At Sandhill View we have a strong culture of ‘safeguarding’ that runs throughout every level of our staff. Safeguarding is the action that is taken to promote the welfare of children and protect them from harm. Safeguarding means: protecting children from abuse and maltreatment, preventing harm to children’s health or development and ensuring children grow up with the provision of safe and effective care.
All of our staff receive regular safeguarding training and we have dedicated safeguarding specialists who are there to support pupils should they need it. If you have any concerns about your child or one of our students, then please contact the school and ask to speak to one of the members of staff below.
The Safeguarding Team at Sandhill View Academy
• Click here to view our full Safeguarding Policy
Further Advice & Support
We know that parenting and caring for children is often difficult and there are many things which we need to be vigilant with to keep our children safe, happy and healthy. Below you will find some useful resources should you feel our need help or advice.
• Parents’ Guide to Radicalisation & Extremism
• Early Signs of Radicalisation & Extremism Guide
• Parents’ Guide to Young People & Drugs/Alcohol
• Keeping Children Safe online with Thinkyouknow
• How to…guides (Think U Know)
• Your guide to the social networks your kids use (NSPCC)
• NSPCC guide to sexting and preventing abuse
• My Best Life a website offering local support and advice for families in Sunderland
‘Think U Know’ and the NSPCC Guides
• How to…guides (Think U Know)
• Your guide to the social networks your kids use (NSPCC)
• NSPCC guide to sexting and preventing abuse
Vodafone have been particularly supportive of parents with the ‘Digital Parenting’ magazine they have produced for five years now. The magazine is available as a downloadable pdf here.
Mental Health Support
• Community CAMHS (Children and Adolescent Mental Health Services)
• CAMHS (Children and Adolescent Mental Health Services) – 0191 566 5500
• Crisis Team for young people experiencing a crisis in their mental health. Staffed by qualified mental health nurses 24 hours a day. Telephone number 03031231145
• Kooth – online resources and self referral counselling for young people.
• Anna Freud resources for well being, advice and support for parents and children.
• Cruse Bereavement Care support for children, young people and adults when someone dies. Telephone: 0808 808 1677
Support to Stop Online Radicalisation
• Parent/Guardian information and support to spot signs of online radicalisation whilst at home.
• Useful links to Prevent related programmes and resources.
Digital Parenting
Vodafone have been particularly supportive of parents with the ‘Digital Parenting’ magazine they have produced for five years now. The magazine is available as a downloadable pdf here.
Domestic Abuse Support & Advice
• Looking for signs of domestic abuse in children
• What todo if you suspect someone is experiencing domestic abuse
