Keeping children safe
Attendance Legal intervention
Formal and legal interventions may be considered where attendance concerns continue despite support and earlier interventions. Any decision to use these measures will be based on the individual circumstances of the child and family and whether the intervention is appropriate, proportionate and likely to improve attendance. Legal interventions may include: For Schools Guidance on legal […]Attendance Support for Parents and Carers
Regular school attendance gives children the best opportunity to learn, achieve and develop the skills they need for later life. Attending school every day helps children make progress in their learning, build friendships, develop confidence and feel part of their school community. Why Attendance Matters Every child has the right to a full-time education. Good […]Attendance Support for Children and Young People
Why Attendance Matters School isn’t just about lessons — it’s about your future and your wellbeing, you deserve the chance to do well — and going to school regularly helps make that happen. Going to school regularly helps you: Every day in school is a step towards your goals, even if it doesn’t feel like […]Read more on Attendance Support for Children and Young People
Welcome information – Education Safeguarding Team
Cognus Safeguarding Service provides training and support for schools and educational settings to enable them to meet their statutory duties set out in government statutory guidance. We do this through: Hayley Cameron, Education Safeguarding Manager hayley.cameron@cognus.org.uk or 0204 582 0847 Gillian Bush, Education Safeguarding Advisor in CFCS & CME Advisor gillian.bush@cognus.org.uk or 0208 323 0423 Children Missing Education – CME@cognus.org.uk Stephen […]Read more on Welcome information – Education Safeguarding Team
Better Together Always at Our Network Meetings
Our Education Safeguarding termly network meetings provide an opportunity for DSLs and EVCs to share good practice, hear from guest speakers and keep up-to-date with the ever-changing world of local and national safeguarding issues. 74 people attended our Primary DSL Network Meeting where they received updated on the Families First Partnership initiative and heard from […]100% Satisfaction with the Education Safeguarding Team
We are delighted to share the results of the Education Safeguarding Team’s latest stakeholder survey. An impressive 100% of schools reported that they are either ‘Very Satisfied’ (53/61) or ‘Satisfied’ (8/61) with the service they receive. An over-arching theme from the feedback: schools consistently highlighted the quality and uniqueness of Sutton’s safeguarding model when compared […]Read more on 100% Satisfaction with the Education Safeguarding Team
Research – stakeholder surveys
Reflective Safeguarding Supervision Summary – 2025-2026 How useful have you found the supervision sessions? 95% (21/22) – 5 stars (Very satisfied – exceeded expectation) 5% (1/22) – 3 stars (Satisfied) What supervision have you accessed this year? 27% (6/22) – Group supervision with other schools 18% (4/22) – Bespoke supervision for your school 55% (12/22) […]Got a Safeguarding Question? Find All the Answers in One Place
Your go‑to hub for all things safeguarding is now LIVE. Whether you’re looking for quick answers, clarity on procedures or support with day‑to‑day safeguarding queries, this one‑stop resource has you covered. Everything is neatly categorised and alphabetised so you can find what you need in seconds. From protocols and policies to templates, key contacts and […]Read more on Got a Safeguarding Question? Find All the Answers in One Place