Every Child Matters Framework

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As part of the Every Child Matters (ECM) agenda, Coleham School takes a whole school approach in implementing the 5 National Outcomes of this legislation.

Children are protected and kept safe in a number of ways due to policies and attitudes implemented at Coleham. As detailed in the child protection policy for Coleham School, the following legislation, policies and issues are taken into consideration.

“The policy reflects current legislation, accepted best practice and complies with the government guidance: Working Together to Safeguard Children March 2015 and Keeping Children Safe in Education July 2015
To use this suggested framework you will need to also take into account the following documents:
•Keeping Children Safe in Education,

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