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Safeguarding Update November 2025

Key points around Sexualised Behaviour

  • Don’t ignore.
  • Ensure teachers, DSLs and parents are aware.
  • Use CPOMS to record – Need to be able to capture a picture of repeated behaviour
  • What adjustments might need to be made?

What’s the difference between…?

Misinformation is false or inaccurate information that is shared by mistake, without the intent to deceive or cause harm.
Example: Sharing an incorrect photo, quote, or date online because you believe it to be true.

Disinformation is false information that is shared deliberately, with the intent to mislead or cause harm.
Example: Creating or spreading fabricated news stories or political propaganda.

Conspiracy Theories are explanations for events or situations that claim they are secretly being controlled or covered up by powerful groups, without reliable evidence to support them. They often spread online or by word of mouth and can lead people to mistrust official sources or facts. Example: Believing that a government or organisation secretly caused a major event and is hiding the truth, despite there being no credible proof.

True/False?

Question:
If you are concerned about a child but don’t have definite proof of harm, you should wait until you’re sure before recording or reporting your concern.


Answer
False: You should always record and report concerns immediately, even if you’re unsure or only have a small piece of information. The DSL builds a full picture from everyone’s observations.

Usual Reminders! Take a quick look over this...

Reminder of Key Terms

DSL – Designated Safeguarding Lead

LADO – Local Authority Designated Officer

KCSIE – Keeping Children Safe in Education (Safeguarding Bible)

PREVENT – Government drive to prevent radicalisation and extremism.

Filtering – stopping unwanted content getting through

Monitoring – knowing what is getting through and doing something about it.

Indicators of change…

Asking a child open questions

Who helps to lead safeguarding?