At Tapton School we take our safeguarding responsibilities very seriously

We all have a statutory responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people in our care. We have safeguarding policies and systems in place to help their safety and ensure a consistent approach in practices throughout the school, followed by all staff.

We are committed to working closely with parents and carers for the benefit of our students. We also work with a range of professionals to support our students and their families to get the right help at the right time.

Report Concerns Online

If you need to report a safeguarding or bullying concern online, you can contact the Safeguarding Team via our enquiries email using the button below. This will open your email application so you can send your concern securely. This provides a quick and accessible way to raise concerns outside of face-to-face conversations.

If a child is in immediate danger, call 999. For urgent matters outside school hours, contact the Sheffield Safeguarding Hub (24-hour service) on 0114 273 4855.

Report Safeguarding

Key Contacts

If you are worried about the health, wellbeing or safety of a student you must talk to one of the Safeguarding Team. If you are unable to contact them you can ask the school office staff to find them and ask them to speak to you straight away about a confidential and urgent matter.

Out Of Hours

Our school’s opening times are 8.00am until 4.00pm Monday to Friday. Outside of these times, and during school holidays, you will not be able to contact the Designated Safeguarding Lead or the Designated Safeguarding Deputies; any messages left will be responded to when we return to school.

If you have any concerns about the welfare of a child or young person during these times, please contact the Sheffield Safeguarding Hub on 0114 273 4855 (24-hour service).  If you think a child or a young person is in immediate danger, please call the Police on 999 at any time.

If you are a child or young person and are worried or feel unsafe then you can get help from Childline a free, private and confidential service.  You can chat online or on the phone, 0800 1111, any time.

Key Documents

Our school safeguarding policies are available on our policies page.

Useful Links

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Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance for schools on safeguarding children and safer recruitment.

Working Together To Safeguard Children multi-agency safeguarding arrangements.

Sheffield Directory Get information and advice, and discover local groups, activities and services in your area.

What is the Prevent Duty?

The Prevent duty is a legal responsibility placed on schools, local authorities and other public services to help stop people from becoming terrorists or supporting terrorism.
It forms part of the government’s wider counter‑terrorism strategy and focuses on early intervention—identifying concerns before a situation becomes harmful.
Prevent also includes Channel, a programme that offers confidential support to individuals who may be vulnerable to radicalisation.

Understanding Extremism and Radicalisation

  • Radicalisation is the process by which someone comes to support extremist ideas or terrorism.
  • Extremism refers to vocal or active opposition to fundamental British values such as democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect and tolerance.

Children and young people can be exposed to extremist materials or influences—often online—that may put them at risk. These risks are now considered when deciding whether a child needs early help, targeted support or protection.

What to Do if You’re Worried

If you are concerned that a child or young person may be at risk of extremism or radicalisation, contact the Sheffield Safeguarding Hub:
0114 273 4855

Warning Signs to Look Out For

There is no single indicator, but signs could include:

  • Withdrawing from friends or family
  • Using words or phrases that sound scripted or rehearsed
  • Being unwilling or unable to explain their views
  • Showing sudden disrespect towards others
  • Increased anger or irritability
  • Greater secrecy, especially around internet activity

Young people may be particularly vulnerable if they have low self‑esteem or have experienced bullying or discrimination. Extremist groups may try to exploit these feelings by offering a sense of belonging or purpose, encouraging them to distance themselves from those around them.

Further Information

For practical advice and guidance on preventing extremism and radicalisation, visit: Educate Against Hate

Operation Encompass an initiative which enhances communication between the police and schools where a child or young person is at risk from domestic abuse.

Community wellbeing links for families.

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CEOP – Online Safety

If children or young people, or parents or carers are worried about the way someone has been communicating with a child or young person online, you can visit Child Exploitation and Online Protection Command online to make a report and seek support using the link below:

CEOP Safety Centre