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Child Safeguarding at American World School
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Child Safeguarding

Protecting and nurturing every child in our care

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Every Child Deserves to Feel Safe, Respected, and Protected

At American World School, the safety and wellbeing of every child is our highest priority. Our comprehensive child safeguarding framework ensures that all students learn and grow in an environment built on trust, respect, and care.

We believe that effective safeguarding goes beyond policies — it is a culture that every member of our community upholds. From rigorous background checks to ongoing training, from clear reporting procedures to student empowerment programmes, every aspect of school life is designed with child safety at its core.

Our safeguarding practices are aligned with international best practices and are regularly reviewed and updated to ensure the highest standards of protection for our students.

Our Safeguarding Framework

A multi-layered approach to keeping every child safe

Prevention

Rigorous hiring practices, background checks, and comprehensive staff training to prevent harm before it occurs.

Recognition

Training all community members to recognise signs of concern and understand their responsibility to report.

Response

Clear, confidential reporting procedures and a dedicated safeguarding team to respond swiftly to any concern.

Recovery

Providing compassionate support and professional counselling to help students heal and thrive.

100%
Staff Background Checked
24/7
Safeguarding Support
Annual
Policy Review Cycle
50+
Trained Safeguarding Leads

Key Policies

Our safeguarding policies cover all aspects of student protection

Anti-Bullying Policy

Zero tolerance for bullying in all forms including cyberbullying, with clear consequences and restorative practices.

Online Safety

Comprehensive digital citizenship education, filtered networks, and monitoring to keep students safe online.

Code of Conduct

Clear behavioural expectations for all staff, volunteers, and visitors who interact with our students.

Reporting Procedures

Confidential, accessible reporting channels for students, parents, and staff to raise safeguarding concerns.

Student Education

Age-appropriate programmes teaching students about personal safety, consent, and healthy relationships.

Parent Partnership

Regular communication and workshops to help families support child safety both at school and at home.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can report concerns to any member of our safeguarding team, through our confidential reporting portal, or by contacting the school office. All reports are treated with the utmost confidentiality and urgency.

All staff complete comprehensive safeguarding training upon hiring and participate in annual refresher courses. Our designated safeguarding leads receive advanced specialist training.

We take a restorative approach to bullying that addresses both the impact on the victim and the underlying causes. Our anti-bullying programme includes prevention education, peer mediation, and follow-up support.

Your Child's Safety Is Our Priority

Learn more about how we create a safe and nurturing environment for every student.

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