Safeguarding & Child Protection - nothing's more important

Keeping children safe is our top priority and first duty of care at St Malachy’s PS. We want children to be safe, feel safe, be happy, confident and know how to get help when they need it.

Each member of staff is totally committed to Safeguarding of each pupil in our school. By following child protection procedures, we strive to ensure that the emotional, social and educational welfare of every child is at the forefront of everything we do in St Malachy's.

In addition, the school curriculum raises the children's awareness about themselves. We create a trusting climate at our school so that the children feel able to talk and share their thoughts and feelings.

Designated Teacher for Child Protection: Mrs Ashlene McMullan.
Deputy Designated Teacher: Mr Ciaran Clifford

AS A PARENT IF YOU HAVE ANY CONCERNS ABOUT A CHILD’S WELFARE, PLEASE FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE BELOW.

Stage 1 - If I am concerned, I can talk to the class teacher.

Stage 2- If I am still concerned, I can talk to the Designated Teacher for Child Protection – Mrs Ashlene McMullan.

Stage 3- If I am still concerned, I can talk to the Principal Mr Ciaran Clifford.

Stage 4- If I am still concerned, I can talk/write to the Designated Governor, Mr Caylan Ellesmere or Chair of the Board of Governors, Mrs Fionnuala Magee c/o St Malachy's Primary school Kilclief. 

Parents are requested to bring to the attention of the class teacher any issue that may be causing a problem!