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Highfield Littleport receives prestigious Safeguarding Award
Highfield Littleport Academy is proud to have been awarded the prestigious Platinum Excellence in Safeguarding Award following a safeguarding audit by Incyte International.
The award is one of the highest levels of recognition for safeguarding practice, demonstrating that Highfield Littleport Academy goes above and beyond to honour their commitment to keeping every child safe and happy.
The audit highlighted that pupils feel secure and supported due to strong relationships between staff and students. Strong leadership at the school was praised and inspectors recognised that pupil safety is a top priority across the school.
Safeguarding systems were highlighted as being robust, regularly reviewed and consistently applied, including clear policies and rigorous procedures.
Staff from Highfield Littleport were also highlighted for their exceptional practice - knowing the pupils well and using this knowledge to inform their practice so every child’s needs are met.
“This award reflects our unwavering commitment to keeping every child safe and happy. Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do, and this achievement confirms that our policies, procedures, and practices meet the very highest standards.
“We will continue to build on this success, maintaining our proactive approach to safeguarding and ensuring that Highfield Littleport remains a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment for all. Thank you to our dedicated staff, supportive parents, and wonderful pupils for making this achievement possible!”
Yvonne Skillern, Headteacher at Highfield Littleport Academy
“This is an excellent achievement and we are very proud that Highfield Littleport is an example of safeguarding excellence.
“Well done to everyone at Highfield Littleport. This award reflects your hard work and dedication to providing a safe, nurturing and happy environment for the whole school community.”
Lynsey Holzer, Chief Executive Officer of The Active Learning Trust