Safeguarding

Safeguarding at Baskerville School

Our Commitment to Safety
At Baskerville School, the safety and well-being of our students is our absolute highest priority. We understand that young people with autism spectrum disorders may face unique vulnerabilities and challenges, which is why our safeguarding approach is specifically designed to meet their individual needs. We believe that safeguarding is a collective responsibility shared by our staff, parents, visitors, and the wider community, working together to create the safest possible environment for every student.

Specialised Approach for Students with ASD
Our comprehensive safeguarding practices focus on protection and prevention, holistic development, and environmental safety. Every student has a personalised safeguarding profile that considers their unique autism characteristics, communication differences, and individual vulnerabilities. Our staff receive extensive training in ASD-specific safeguarding, including recognising signs of distress in non-verbal students, understanding how autism characteristics may mask safeguarding indicators, and implementing communication adaptations such as visual safety resources and alternative reporting methods.

Robust Systems and Training
All staff undergo Enhanced DBS checks and comprehensive safeguarding training with autism-specific modules, receiving regular updates on child protection protocols and emerging threats. We maintain enhanced monitoring systems, secure access controls throughout the school, and clear reporting pathways adapted to different communication styles. Our approach includes strong multi-agency partnerships with specialist services and close collaboration with families to ensure consistent safeguarding approaches both at school and at home.

Partnership and Support
We work transparently with families, providing regular updates about safeguarding policies, guidance on community safety, and 24/7 access to support. Our Designated Safeguarding Lead, Dave Wilkes, is available during school hours (07596547209, d.wilkes@baskvill.bham.sch.uk), with emergency support available through safeguarding@baskvill.bham.sch.uk. If you have any safeguarding concerns, no matter how small, please contact us immediately - every concern is taken seriously, and every student deserves to feel safe and protected.