Keeping Your Child Safe

Safeguarding children at New Beginnings

At New Beginnings Day Nurseries, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating environments where every child feels safe, valued and supported to thrive.

We continuously review and strengthen our safeguarding policies, procedures and practice to ensure they reflect current legislation, statutory guidance and recognised best practice. Through effective leadership, safer recruitment, ongoing staff training and a culture of vigilance, we work together to protect children from harm and promote their health, safety and wellbeing.


Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We expect every member of our team to understand their role in recognising concerns, responding appropriately and working in partnership with families and other professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes for children.


We are committed to inspiring, supporting and protecting children, enabling them to become:


  • Successful learners who enjoy learning, make progress and achieve their full potential.
  • Confident individuals who are able to live safe, healthy and fulfilling lives.
  • Caring and responsible members of the community who make positive contributions within the nursery and beyond. 


Find out more about the Safeguarding team and your nurseries safeguarding policy

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Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) – Safeguarding Requirements

The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) sets the statutory safeguarding and welfare requirements that all early years providers must follow.


These requirements ensure providers:


  • Protect children from harm and promote their welfare.
  • Recruit and maintain suitable staff through safer recruitment and ongoing suitability checks.
  • Appoint a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to oversee safeguarding practice.
  • Provide regular safeguarding training and supervision for staff.
  • Follow robust procedures for recognising, recording and responding to concerns.
  • Promote safe environments through effective risk management, safer sleep practices, safe mealtimes and good health and hygiene.
  • Work in partnership with families and safeguarding agencies to support children's safety and wellbeing.
  • Maintain accurate records and share information appropriately where this helps protect children.


At New Beginnings, these statutory requirements are embedded throughout our policies, procedures and everyday practice, helping us provide the safest possible environment for every child. Please refer to the nurseries safeguarding policies for further information.

Supporting children and families

NSPCC

We encourage parents and carers to explore the safeguarding resources provided by the NSPCC. These resources explain:



  • the different forms and signs of abuse and neglect;
  • the impact abuse can have on children;
  • practical advice to help keep children safe; and
  • how to seek advice or report concerns if you are worried about a child.


NHS - every mind matters

We understand that family life can sometimes feel challenging, and looking after your own mental wellbeing is just as important as looking after your children.

Every Mind Matters, from the NHS, provides practical advice and support to help you look after your mental wellbeing. You can find helpful information on managing stress and anxiety, improving sleep, lifting your mood and supporting someone you care about.



You can also complete the free Mind Plan, a short five-question quiz that provides personalised tips to help you make positive changes to your mental wellbeing.

Early help

Sometimes families need a little extra support, advice or guidance, and asking for help early can make a positive difference.


At New Beginnings, we believe that asking for support is a strength. We work in partnership with families and, where appropriate, with other professionals and local services to help children and families access the right support at the right time.

Early Help is designed to support families when challenges first arise, helping to prevent difficulties from becoming more complex. Support can cover areas such as parenting, child development, emotional wellbeing, family relationships and wider family circumstances.