Safeguarding
Safeguarding Statement
The Governing Body and staff of Whitby School take very seriously their duty to safeguard young people and vulnerable adults. All staff follow a range of policies and procedures which include safeguarding measures as a high priority in all areas of their duties and responsibilities.
Private tutors
Sometimes parents look for extra help for their children in key subjects such as Maths, English, French/Spanish. This help may include going to private tutors. This can work very well but the wrong support can do more harm than good.
You need to be able to trust that the person providing the tutoring, especially if you are paying for that support, is competent and safe. We would be happy to help you find the right support if this is something you would like to do.
Quick tips
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ask for references to be provided – preferably from previous employers/headteachers
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check they have a recent DBS Clearance and are registered with the DBS for annual updates
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never leave your child alone with a Tutor.
Essential Reading:
Please refer to all the links below regarding safeguarding at Whitby School – together, these documents encompass the school’s Safeguarding Policy: