Safeguarding
Keeping our children safeThe safety and wellbeing of every child at Vita et Pax is our highest priority. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children in our care.
Vita et Pax Preparatory School is registered with the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) and complies with all regulatory requirements for safeguarding children. All staff receive regular safeguarding training and are subject to enhanced DBS checks.
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Mr Darren May
Headmaster & Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Mrs Kate Newton
Deputy Headteacher & Deputy DSL (DDSL)
How to Report a Concern
If you have a concern about the safety or welfare of a child at our school, please contact the Designated Safeguarding Lead immediately. You can also report concerns to the following external agencies:
Enfield Children's MASH
Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub for reporting child protection concerns
020 8379 2507Key Safeguarding Policies
- Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025
- Safer Recruitment Policy
- Anti-Bullying Policy
- Low-Level Concerns Policy
- Online Safety
A full list of school policies is available on our Policies page. Hard copies of any policy can be requested from the school office.