The Head teacher has overall responsibility for pastoral care of all pupils and is supported by all staff. We take this responsibility seriously as we want all pupils to be happy while at school.
Several members of staff are on duty at break times. The Duty Teacher /Head / Deputy Head are available to deal with emergency situations. Four members of staff are on duty during the lunch hour. There is a Road Safety Patrol Officer at the gate to ensure the safety of the children as they arrive at and leave school.
Bullying
Bullying goes on in every school. At Clydach Junior we are very aware of this and are extremely keen to address the problem. Staff are always vigilant. Year Six pupils operate a “Bullywatch”system in which pupils are encouraged to tell an older pupil if they are encountering any problems. Thirty pupils have received Peer Support training.
If you think your child is being bullied please let us know immediately, we take all allegations seriously.
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Child Abuse
The Head teacher has overall responsibility for Child Protection. All staff and several governors have received recent training in Child Protection issues. Whenever there is a suspicion or allegation or child abuse the matter will be referred to Social Services.
Accidents and Emergencies
If a child is taken ill at school the parent/guardian or nominated contact person will be informed and appropriate arrangements made. Minor accidents are dealt with by school staff, all of whom have emergency first aid training. Every effort is made to contact the next of kin should further medical treatment be deemed necessary. Emergency services will be called in the event of a major accident which requires treatment at a hospital’s casualty department. Again every effort is made to contact the next of kin. If contact is not possible the injured/sick child will be accompanied to the casualty department by the Head teacher or a staff member.
Health visits
The school nurse, doctor, audiometrician and dentist visit the school regularly to carry out routine checks, inspections and tests. You will be given notice of any dental or medical examinations and will be invited to be present.
Smoking
For the protection and comfort of staff and pupils Clydach Junior is a NO SMOKING school.
Communicable illnesses
School should be notified if your child has a contagious or infectious disease e.g. impetigo, scabies, german measles, whooping cough etc. We would also like you to inform us if your child has headlice or a verruca.
Fire drill
A fire drill is held at least once a term and pupils are evacuated to the Infants playground.