Upton House is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, along with their protection and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

New staff are entitled to an induction process.  The object of the induction will be to familiarise teachers with the school ethos and organisation as well as introducing them to the school community.  The induction process is part of the staff development programme.

As part of the induction process all new teachers will be briefed on the following:-

• Personal support and encouragement from experienced colleagues including one designated as mentor.
• Help in learning about school routines.
• Support in lesson preparation and planning.
• Help with classroom organisation, control and discipline techniques.
• Copies of all policies and procedures including guidance on safeguarding children procedures.
• Induction procedures for children
• Record keeping
• Advice on planning and evaluation
• Fire procedures
• Health and Safety

A School Council made up of appointed and elected pupils meet regularly to discuss whole school issues.