Policy

Safeguarding & Child Protection

Royal Little Orchids is committed to protecting the welfare of all children. Every child has the right to be safe, valued, and protected from harm.

• Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL): Nursery Manager - lead contact for all concerns
• Deputy DSL: Founder / Operations Lead
• All staff receive statutory safeguarding training before starting, with annual refreshers
• Reporting concerns: Any suspicion of harm is referred immediately to the local authority children’s services in accordance with Working Together to Safeguard Children and the EYFS safeguarding and welfare requirements
• No secrets policy: Staff are open and honest with parents - nothing is kept confidential between staff and children
• Allegations against staff: Fully investigated, recorded, and Ofsted notified as required
• Our values: We model the Fruits of the Spirit - love, gentleness, and safety in every interaction

Last updated: October 2026 · Next review: October 2027

Questions about this policy? Email info@royallittleorchids.co.uk.