Child Protection and Safeguarding

Published 11/04/2018.  Last updated 04/06/2025

Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy - August 2024 (PDF 307 KB)

This policy provides information as to how Education Scotland will discharge its responsibilities in relation to safeguarding and child protection.

Registration of Independent Schools

Guidance for proprietors who are obliged to ensure that their school is appropriately resourced and structured to safeguard the welfare of learners. This guidance has been developed in consultation with a number of stakeholders to support good practice in schools.

Child Protection and Safeguarding

Published 11/04/2018.  Last updated 04/06/2025

Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy - August 2024 (PDF 307 KB)

This policy provides information as to how Education Scotland will discharge its responsibilities in relation to safeguarding and child protection.

Registration of Independent Schools

Guidance for proprietors who are obliged to ensure that their school is appropriately resourced and structured to safeguard the welfare of learners. This guidance has been developed in consultation with a number of stakeholders to support good practice in schools.