Reporting a Concern
At Riverview, safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.
If you ever have a concern about the safety or wellbeing of a child, please speak to a member of our safeguarding team as soon as possible. No worry is ever too small.
Designated Safeguarding Contacts
The Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) within the school is:
Miss F Walsh (Deputy Headteacher).
There are a further eight members of staff who have Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) roles. They are:
Mr D Siggs (Headteacher)
Mr J Keen (Deputy Headteacher)
Mrs M Baillie (Assistant Headteacher)
Miss E Huxley (Assistant Headteacher)
Mrs K Williams (Assistant Headteacher)
Miss A Gallyot (Assistant Headteacher)
Miss E Wilson (Assistant Headteacher)
Miss G Page (Family Liaison Officer)
You can also speak to any member of staff, who will ensure your concern is passed on correctly.
Out-of-Hours/External Help
If you believe a child is at immediate risk of harm, contact Kent Children’s Services directly:
Integrated Front Door (Social Care): 03000 411 111
Out of Hours: 03000 419 191
NSPCC Helpline: 0808 800 5000
Police (Emergency): 999
We work closely with Kent Safeguarding Children Multi-Agency Partnership (KSCMP) to ensure children and families receive the right support.