CHS Safeguarding

Safeguarding and Student Protection

At The Cambridge High School, Abu Dhabi, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. We are fully committed to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where every student feels valued, respected, listened to, and protected.

Our safeguarding practices are guided by the ADEK Student Protection Policy, the GEMS Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, and the UAE's child protection legislation, including Wadeema's Law.

We believe that every child has the right to learn in an environment free from abuse, neglect, bullying, discrimination, exploitation, and harm. Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility, and all members of our school community, including staff, students, parents, contractors, and visitors, play a vital role in promoting student wellbeing and safety.

Our Commitment

We are committed to:

• Promoting the welfare, wellbeing, and safety of all students.
• Maintaining a culture where safeguarding concerns are identified, reported, and acted upon promptly.
• Providing students with trusted adults who listen and respond to concerns.
• Ensuring robust systems are in place for reporting, monitoring, and managing safeguarding concerns.
• Teaching students how to stay safe, both online and offline.
• Working in partnership with parents, ADEK, external agencies, and the wider community to protect children.
• Delivering regular safeguarding training to all staff to ensure they recognise and respond appropriately to concerns.

Student Protection and Wellbeing

Our safeguarding approach encompasses:

• Child Protection
• Mental Health and Wellbeing
• Online Safety and Digital Citizenship
• Anti-Bullying
• Attendance and Student Welfare
• Harm Prevention
• Safer Recruitment Practices
• Health and Safety
• Inclusive Support for Vulnerable Learners

Students are encouraged to speak to a trusted adult whenever they have a concern about their own safety or the safety of another child.

Meet Our Safeguarding Team

Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)

Reporting a Concern

If you are worried about the safety or wellbeing of a student, please contact a member of the safeguarding team immediately. All concerns are treated confidentially and managed in accordance with ADEK and GEMS safeguarding procedures.

For any safeguarding or child protection concerns, please contact the team via:

Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 02 552 1621

If a child is in immediate danger, emergency services should be contacted without delay.

The Police (999) or MOI Hotline: 116111

Together We Keep Children Safe

At The Cambridge High School, safeguarding is more than a policy, it is a culture of vigilance, care, and shared responsibility. By working together, we ensure that every child can thrive, achieve, and feel safe every day.