Safeguarding & Student Safety

At Sir William Stanier School, the safety and wellbeing of our students is our highest priority.
We are here to support you and your child with any concerns you may have—whether in school, online, or at home.

If you ever feel worried about something, please speak to a member of our Safeguarding Team.
Parents and carers are also welcome to contact the team directly for advice, support, or to discuss online safety.

Our Safeguarding Team

Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
Emma Johnson
emma.johnson@sws.cheshire.sch.uk

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL)
Tracey Hutchings
tracey.hutchings@sws.cheshire.sch.uk

Headteacher
Mrs E Robinson

If you need to speak to someone urgently and a child is at immediate risk, call 999.

Policies & Guidance for Parents

New Guide for Parents: Managing Children’s Digital Lives

The Children’s Commissioner for England has published a new guide for parents and carers to help navigate children’s online and digital lives.

This guide is designed to demystify the challenges around technology use and to support parents in having regular, meaningful conversations with their children about being online.

What the guide covers

  • How to talk to children about their digital lives in an open and supportive way

  • Practical advice on setting boundaries and expectations

  • Guidance on raising difficult or sensitive topics

  • Encouraging ongoing conversations, rather than one-off discussions

The aim is to make these conversations easier, more confident, and more effective for families.

Access the Guide and Resources

Main Guide for Parents and Carers

Supporting Resources

Local Safeguarding Contacts

For children living in Cheshire East

Safeguarding of Children Concerns
0300 123 5012 (option 3 or 4)

Cheshire East Consultation Service
Mon–Thurs: 8:30am–5:00pm
Friday: 8:30am–4:30pm
0300 123 5022

Out of Hours Service
Same number as above for urgent concerns

For children living in Cheshire West 

Cheshire West Consultation Service
Mon–Thurs: 8:30am–5:00pm
Friday: 8:30am–4:30pm
01244 977 277

Out of hours (Mon–Thurs from 4:30pm; Fri from 4:00pm; 24 hrs weekends & bank holidays)
01606 275 099

Allegations Against an Adult Working With Children

01270 685904 / 01606 288931
Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO)

Emergency Contacts

Police (Emergency): 999
Police (Non-Emergency): 101