Creating Actionable Safeguarding Policies Crucial for Student Wellbeing, CPOMS Urges
Reports of several serious safeguarding concerns and incidents from schools across England and Wales appear to be on the rise, according to recent data.
CPOMS Partners with BounceTogether to Enhance School Safeguarding Efforts
This newly launched integration between CPOMS and BounceTogether marks a significant advancement in how schools can manage safeguarding and wellbeing together.
Joining up the Dots: Preventing Sexual Abuse in Schools
In this blog, we take a closer look at possible warning signs of sexual abuse, the impact it can have and the importance of early intervention in providing the best possible care to vulnerable children.
Putting Your Safeguarding, Wellbeing & Attendance Policies into Action
This webinar will provide an overview of the CPOMS StudentSafe platform with Premium Cases and Forms and is designed for both current and prospective CPOMS customers.
The Suicide Prevention Strategy: What does it mean for schools?
Although suicide is the leading cause of death for young people in the UK, it is important to understand suicide is preventable. Too often young people suffer in silence when experiencing suicidal thoughts for fear of judgment and misunderstanding. By lowering the stigma and being proactive in noticing when students are struggling, schools are in […]
Supporting the Transition to College with Effective Safeguarding
The transition from secondary education to further education (FE) colleges marks a significant milestone in a student’s academic journey. However, this transition also brings with it a host of safeguarding challenges that college administrators must navigate to ensure the welfare and safety of students. Staff, management, governors and proprietors in FE have a statutory duty […]
New Module for CPOMS StudentSafe Improves Organisation and Clarity of Safeguarding Cases
CPOMS, the UK’s market-leading provider of safeguarding software, has launched a Premium Cases and Forms module to support staff across education and related settings in creating actionable student wellbeing policies.
Spotting the Signs – How to Identify Students Under Exam Pressure
Exam season is on the horizon and can be a particularly stressful time for students. In 2023, Childline delivered almost 2,000 counselling sessions about exam stress, an increase of 10% from the year before. Some students worried that the disruptions to their learning during the pandemic has affected their performance and ability to cope with […]
Recognising the Signs of Domestic Abuse in Children and Young People
The number of children who experience domestic abuse in the UK is staggering, but the signs that someone is struggling can be difficult to spot. Over 800,000 children are estimated to be affected, with abuse by a parent forming a common factor in Local Authority referrals to children’s services. Domestic abuse is also an incredibly […]
Ensuring Your Safeguarding Practices Are Up to Speed
Creating a safe and secure environment in schools, for both students and staff, requires effective safeguarding processes and the right tools in place to support all those involved in safeguarding. As challenges in schools continue to evolve, effective safeguarding requires continuous review and optimisation to stay ahead of new trends and address emerging risks. In […]