Safeguarding
At Hammersmith Academy we are committed to providing a secure and safe environment where all members of the Academy, students and staff, can feel safe and are kept safe.
Staff and students will promote a climate where everyone can feel confident about sharing any concerns that they may have about their own safety or the well-being of others.
Ms Ball – Designated Safeguarding Lead
All safeguarding queries and issues should be referred to Ms Ball (Assistant Headteacher) in the first instance. If you are unable to contact Ms Ball, please direct all contact should be directed to Mr Kynaston (Headteacher).
Contact
Mr Kynaston – Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
If you are unable to contact Ms Ball, please direct any queries to Mr Kynaston.
Contact
Out of Hours Contact
There may be an occasion where parents, students or staff feel the need to contact the Designated Safeguarding Lead or the Deputy outside of Academy hours. If this is the case please download the information sheet below which will give you contact details for Hammersmith & Fulham services.
The Sharp System
Students can also get advice, support or make referrals via ‘TheSharpSystem”. This system allows students to do so anonymously and without fear.
Kooth
Kooth is a free and anonymous support service that is available to our students. Students can contact counsellors online for support by visiting www.kooth.com.