Abbey Community College Child Protection Personnel
Designated Liaison Person (DLP) - Michelle Jefford, Principal
Deputy Designated Liaison person (DDLP) - Helen O'Connor, Deputy Principal
Relevant Person - Michelle Jefford, Principal
Child Protection Policies and Documentation
ACC Child Safeguarding Statement including Risk Assessment 24.25
ACC Notification of Review of BoM of Child Safeguarding Statement 24.25
ACC Anti-Bullying Policy 24.25
ACC Notification of Review of BoM of Anti-Bullying Policy 24.25
Child Protection Procedures for Primary and Post-Primary Schools (revised 2023)
Circular on the Publication of Child Protection Procedures for Primary and Post-Primary Schools (revised 2023)
Children First promotes the protection of children from abuse and neglect, by setting out what individuals and organisations need to do to keep children safe, and how to deal with concerns about a child’s safety or welfare. Society has a duty of care towards children, and everyone should be alert to the possibility that children they are in contact with may be abused or at risk of abuse or neglect. If you are concerned about a child or young person, you should contact Tusla social work department. Organisations classed as providers of relevant services under the Children First Act 2015 are required to complete a risk assessment and must have a Child Safeguarding Statement in place. More information on keeping children safe in our communities is available at gov.ie/childrenfirst