At The Perse School (Singapore), the safety and wellbeing of every child is our highest priority. We are committed to creating a secure, respectful, and supportive environment where all students feel safe, valued, and able to thrive.
Our Commitment
Clear Safeguarding Procedures
We ensure clear procedures are in place to report and respond to safeguarding concerns and maintain a culture where children feel safe to speak up and seek help.
Visitor's Code of Conduct
All visitors are expected to follow the School’s Visitors’ Code of Conduct and should report any safeguarding concerns to a member of the School’s Designated Safeguarding team.
Training & Community Collaboration
We regularly train staff to identify and respond to safeguarding concerns appropriately and work closely with parents, external agencies, and authorities when required.
Safeguarding Leadership
Safeguarding is led by trained members of our leadership team who oversee all child protection procedures and support the school community. The safeguarding team ensures that all concerns are taken seriously and managed sensitively and appropriately.
Lynne Oldfield
Principal
Kephren Sherry
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Stella Rainalter
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Our Approach
Safeguarding is a shared responsibility, ensuring every child feels safe to flourish and learn. The Perse School (Singapore) is committed to the welfare of all our children and wider community, and expects all staff, partners, volunteers, and visitors to share in this commitment.
Training
All teachers receive safeguarding training and regular updates to ensure they can identify signs of harm and respond appropriately.
Safer-recruitment
We follow strict safer-recruitment procedures to ensure that everyone working with students shares our commitment to safeguarding.
Student Education
Students are taught how to stay safe, develop healthy relationships, and seek support through our pastoral programme, and PSHE curriculum.
Reporting Concerns
Clear procedures are in place for staff, students, and parents to report safeguarding concerns, ensuring they are handled promptly and appropriately.
