Safeguarding
How we safeguard our children
The Academy is deeply committed to the vital role that governors and staff play in safeguarding our children. We work tirelessly to ensure that every pupil feels safe, valued and well cared for, within a supportive environment that enables them to thrive and achieve their full potential.
Should you have any concerns regarding the safety or welfare of a student please contact us using the details below.
Kezia Melvin (Vice Principal)
Email: k.melvin@harrisprimarymerton.org.uk
Telephone: 020 8679 3707
We are committed to working in close partnership with our staff, external professionals, parents/carers and pupils to ensure everyone clearly understands their shared responsibility in keeping children safe. This includes a strong awareness of safeguarding expectations, the importance of following agreed procedures, and listening carefully to one another, particularly when concerns about a child’s welfare arise.
The Academy works proactively to minimise the risk of all forms of harm, including abuse, bullying, discrimination and preventable injuries, by fostering a culture of care, vigilance and respect. Should you ever have any concerns regarding the safety or wellbeing of a child, we encourage you to contact the Academy without hesitation—your voice matters, and safeguarding is our collective priority.
Further guidance for parents can be found via the NSPCC
Online Parent Support with Technology can be found via the Safer Internet Centre
National Online Safety Guides for specific apps and websites
For further advice and support for internet safety, including specific applicatations please look at Net Aware here
The Designated Safeguarding Lead is: Kezia Melvin
The Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads are: Andy Macmillan, Hannah Longley, Callum Clements, and Shelley Towersey.
The Health and Safety Lead is: Callum Clements
The Academy Prevent Lead is: Shelley Towersey
The Academy Lead for Looked After Children is: Kezia Melvin
The person responsible for medical needs is: Callum Clements
The Attendance Officer is: Michelle McCarthy
If you are worried that a child or young person may be at risk of neglect or abuse please contact the Duty Social Worker using the contact details below. You do not have to give your name and your conversation will be treated confidentially.
In an emergency, contact the Police by calling 999.