PACE Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, in line with the UNICEF Convention on the Rights of the Child, which places children’s safety, wellbeing and best interests at the heart of everything we do. We expect all staff, volunteers and visitors to our schools to share this commitment. Our aim is to provide caring, positive and safe environments in which every child feels secure, valued and supported to reach their full potential.

We recognise the vital role played by trustees, governors, staff, parents, carers and children themselves in effective safeguarding. All staff and volunteers are responsible for helping to create a culture where children feel safe, respected and confident to speak up, knowing they will be listened to and supported.

Robust safeguarding policies and procedures are in place across all PACE schools. Each school has a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) who can be contacted with any concerns. Safeguarding is also championed at trust and school level by designated Safeguarding Link Trustees and Safeguarding Link Governors, ensuring child protection remains a priority in all aspects of trust and school life.