Safeguarding Statement

Dowdales School is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. To achieve our commitment, we will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust Safeguarding processes and procedures that promote a culture of Safeguarding amongst our staff and volunteers.

We are committed to inspiring, challenging and Safeguarding our students, enabling them to become:

Successful learners who enjoy learning, make progress and achieve.
Confident individuals who are able to live safe, healthy and fulfilling lives.
Responsible citizens who make a positive contribution, both socially and economically, to society.

“This is an outstanding school.  Its success comes as a result of the excellent leadership provided by the headteacher and senior management team."

"There is an unrelenting focus on improving standards and a passion to ensure students make the very best progress."

"Students’ personal development is outstanding in all respects.  Their positive attitude shines through both in lessons and in extra-curricular activities."

"Behaviour in lessons is exemplary and attendance is well above average."

"Teaching and learning are outstanding.  The energy and enthusiasm  shown by teachers is infectious, inspiring students to work very hard and achieve high standards."

"This school provides an exceptional quality of education.”

OFSTED 2007