01Statement of commitment
McKerrow History Ltd is committed to promoting the welfare, safety and wellbeing of all children and young people receiving tuition. The director of McKerrow History Ltd is an experienced secondary school teacher and pastoral leader who is committed to maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct and safeguarding. The welfare of the child is paramount.
02Scope of this policy
This policy applies to all tutoring services provided by McKerrow History Ltd, whether delivered online, in person, individually or in small groups. The policy applies to students under the age of 18.
03Safeguarding principles
We aim to provide a safe learning environment, maintain professional boundaries, promote respectful communication and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns.
04Professional conduct
Students will be treated with respect, fairness, patience and professionalism. All interactions will remain professional and educational in nature.
05Communication with students
Parents or guardians will normally act as the primary point of contact for students under 18. Communications will relate to tuition and educational matters only.
06Online tuition
Lessons will be conducted using appropriate platforms and professional standards will apply equally to online learning.
07Safeguarding concerns
Any concerns relating to abuse, neglect, exploitation or a student's welfare will be taken seriously and may be referred to appropriate agencies where necessary.
08Confidentiality
Information shared during tuition is generally confidential, except where safeguarding concerns mean information needs to be shared to protect a child.
09Student welfare
Tutoring provides academic support only and is not a counselling or mental health service.
10Safer working practices
Professional boundaries will be maintained at all times and communications will remain focused on educational matters.
11Data protection
Student information is handled in accordance with the McKerrow History Ltd Privacy Policy.
12Review of policy
This policy will be reviewed periodically and updated where necessary.
13Contact information
McKerrow History Ltd. Company number: 15227388. Registered office: Bamfylde Lodge, West Buckland, Barnstaple, EX32 0SU.
Email: johnmckerrow@mckerrowhistory.com. Website: mckerrowhistory.com.
Questions about this policy? Email johnmckerrow@mckerrowhistory.com.
