The policy and reference set for the Designated Safeguarding Lead, Deputy DSLs, and the wider safeguarding team.

Safeguarding core

Online safeguarding specifics (NEO)

Trauma, SEND, and learner welfare

Authoritative external references

The DSL also works with these authoritative external frameworks:

  • KCSIE 2025 (Keeping Children Safe in Education)
  • ICO Children’s Code (Age Appropriate Design Code)
  • Online Safety Act 2023
  • OEAS accreditation criteria (NEO)