"Teaching self-respect, respect for others and respect for the environment."
Kentmere Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff, visitors and volunteers to share this commitment. Should you have a question or comment there is a dedicated email address safeguarding@kentmereacademy.co.uk
In an emergency situation the number for Rochdale Children’s Social Care is 0300 3030 440.
Find out who is in our Safeguarding Team here.
The government has launched a campaign called ‘Together we can tackle child abuse’. The resources, aimed at everyone in the community, could be used with parents and include four very short videos explaining physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, neglect and online abuse.
The simple mnemonic, ABC, is used to remind people that they should look out for changes in appearance, behaviour or communication. The webpage has a search engine to find out where to report abuse.
For more information, go to: https://tacklechildabuse.campaign.gov.uk
You can read the statutory guidance for schools here.
You can read our advice on choosing a tutor here.
2021/22
You can read our Spring Safeguarding Bulletin here
You can read our Autumn Safeguarding Bulletin here
2020/21
You can read our Autumn 1 Safeguarding Bulletin here.
You can read our Autumn 2 Safeguarding Bulletin here.
You can read our latest Safeguarding Bulletin on E-Safety here.
You can read our Spring 1 Safeguarding Bulletin here
You can read our Summer 1 Safeguarding Bulletin here
You can read our Summer 2 Safeguarding Bulletin here
Whilst the world of technology can be very exciting, it can also be a very unsafe place. This is why it is important to ensure that you are aware of the risks and what can be done to ensure your child is safe when using a digital device.
There have been incidents in Rochdale where primary age children have been manipulated into remove their clothing whilst on camera. Find out more here.
You can report and have images removed on the childline website. Click here for more information.
If you are worried about any kind of online abuse you can find out more and report your concerns on the CEOP website here.