Safeguarding

How to report a concern about a child

If you have any worries about a child, please speak to or email our Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), Mrs Elaine Wattam, or a Deputy DSL, Mr David Etherton, Mrs Suzannah Ayres or Miss Corinna Scott or email DSL@seafordprimary.e-sussex.sch.uk.

Phone: 01323 893450  Email: office@seafordprimary.sch.uk

Alternatively contact the NSPCC Helpline.

In an emergency, call 999.  

Otherwise, if you are worried that a child or teenager might be at risk of harm and you need advice straight away, contact the East Sussex County Council Single Point of Advice (SPoA) Phone: 01323 464222

If you feel that the child is not in immediate danger but you’re still worried you can email SPoA Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5pm or Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm.

Out of hours/holidays For a serious concern about a child that cannot wait until the next working day, contact the Emergency Duty Service. 01273 335906 or 01273 335905

Advice for separated parents

If you are concerned that your child is not safe with your ex-partner, or need advice on contact and living arrangements for children, see:

• Contact and living arrangements
• If you are concerned that your child is not safe with your ex-partner