All schoold need to have policies and procedures to help them guide the actions of all individuals involved in the school community. They ensure and endorse the well-being of all pupils, their families, staff, volunteers and everyone in the school. 

Policies should be 'working' documents that must be regularly reviewed to ensure they meet all the needs of those working in the school, and take account the possible changes that occur in school and within the wider community. 

To summarise good, well thought out and implemented policies and procedures ensure:

• Good practice
• Helps to establish a professional and effective organisation
• Provide consistency amongst staff, parents and children
• Promote harmony within the school community
• More efficient and effective delivery of education and service.

All school policies are regularly reviewed and updated as necessary and we very much welcome any comments and feedback from parents.

The Child Safeguarding Statement, is drawn up by and approved by the management of SN Muire in line with the DES and Tusla guidelines. A hard copy can be located in the main entrance to the school, including the school Risk assessment.

In accordance with the requirements of the Children First Act 2015, Children First: National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children 2017, the Addendum to Children First (2019), the Child Protection Procedures for Primary and Post-Primary Schools (revised 2023) and Tusla Guidance on the preparation of Child Safeguarding Statements, the Board of Management of SN Muire has agreed the Child Safeguarding Statement set out in this document.

Circular Letter 0036/2023 (Publication of Child Protection Procedures for Primary and Post- Primary Schools (revised 2023) ) 

Notifications regarding the Board of Management’s Annual Review of the Child Safeguarding Statement: