Cognita's commitment to safeguarding children

“Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third (3rd) parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.”

Our Commitment to Students and Parents

We are committed to our duty to safeguard and promote the welfare and wellbeing of children and young people in our care and those who work in the school. Through our work we aim to ensure a safe learning and working environment for students, staff, parents and visitors alike. We take our responsibilities in relation to safeguarding and child protection very seriously. Any member of our community can share safeguarding concerns with the school’s Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL). It is our aim to ensure that each student feels that they have a trusted adult that they can communicate their concerns or worries to.

Our Commitment to Staff

Staff receive regular training and updates on their professional responsibilities in relation to safeguarding and child protection. All teaching and classroom support staff hold a basic first aid qualification. Our school is supported by our onsite clinic and staff.

We have an extensive after school, trips and visits program which allows our students to take their learning outside of the classroom. All activities are risk assessed, and health.

Our Commitment to Safe Recruitment

Our recruitment procedures follow ‘Safer Recruitment’ guidelines to make sure all employees and contractors are suitable to work with our students.

All candidates will undergo thorough global background checks, social media check, reference check to comply with our Safeguarding and Child Protection culture.