The safety and wellbeing of our students is our highest priority. NKC Hadlow College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, creating a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment for everyone.
We follow current government legislation and statutory guidance, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children, and other relevant safeguarding requirements. Our Safeguarding Children and Adults at Risk Policy is reviewed annually to ensure it reflects current legislation and best practice.
Meet the Welfare and Safeguarding Team
Find out more about our Welfare and Safeguarding Team, the support they provide, and how they can help you during your time at NKC Hadlow College.
Who is responsible for safeguarding?
Safeguarding at NKC Hadlow College is led by:
Together, they promote a strong safeguarding culture across the NKC Group, ensuring that students and staff are supported in a safe learning environment.
The Governor with responsibility for Safeguarding is Joanna Grant.
Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. All staff are trained to recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns, follow the College's safeguarding procedures, and complete regular safeguarding training and updates to keep their knowledge current.
How do I report a safeguarding concern?
If you are worried about your own safety or the safety or wellbeing of someone else, please contact the safeguarding team as soon as possible.
Telephone: 01322 629 400 (ask Reception to put you through to a member of the Safeguarding Team)
Email:
If you have a safeguarding concern, please contact reception and ask to speak to a member of the safeguarding team on 01732 850 551 or email
What is Prevent?
Prevent is a national safeguarding strategy that aims to stop people from becoming involved in, or supporting, violent extremism or terrorism. The Channel programme provides support for individuals who may be at risk of being drawn into these activities, helping them access appropriate guidance and intervention.
Prevent covers all forms of extremism, including far-right extremism, animal rights extremism and religious extremism.
Signs of possible radicalisation
How do I make a referral?
If you are concerned about someone, raising the issue early can ensure they receive the right support and help prevent further risk. Concerns can be reported to a course tutor, any member of staff, or the safeguarding team.
Further Information
Anti-terrorism hotline 0800 789321
Crime stoppers 0800 555111
British Values at NKC Hadlow College
At NKC Hadlow College, we are committed to promoting values that help learners develop a strong sense of social and moral responsibility.
We are committed to preparing students for life in modern Britain by embedding British Values through our curriculum and the wider college experience. These values include democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect and tolerance of different faiths and beliefs.
We aim to provide a broad and balanced curriculum that not only meets statutory requirements but also prepares students for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of adult life. Through this, learners are supported to understand right from wrong, develop respect for others, embrace diversity and build a strong moral understanding.