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.
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
Keeping children safe is a shared responsibility. We believe that working in partnership with parents, carers and professionals helps children achieve the best possible outcomes. To support families, we provide access to trusted safeguarding information and practical guidance from recognised organisations.
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
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Supporting children and families
Keeping children safe is a shared responsibility. We believe that working in partnership with parents, carers and professionals helps children achieve the best possible outcomes. To support families, we provide access to trusted safeguarding information and practical guidance from recognised organisations.
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.
Early Help
As part of our commitment to supporting children and families, we have developed our own Early Help Guidance.
This resource explains how identifying concerns early and accessing support at the right time can strengthen families, build resilience and improve outcomes for children. Early Help is about working together to provide support before difficulties become more serious, ensuring children receive the right help at the right time.
We encourage all parents and carers to explore these resources and speak to a member of our team if they would like further advice or support.
