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Hong Kong Limai School: Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy

Last Updated: August 7, 2025

Applicable to: Students (Years 7–11), Staff, Volunteers, and Visitors


Policy Purpose
Hong Kong Limai School  is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and secure environment for all students. 

This policy aligns with:  

  • Hong Kong Education Bureau (EDB) Guidelines 
  • Cambridge International Safeguarding Standards
  • UN Convention on the Rights of the Child


Definitions
Abuse: Physical, emotional, sexual, or neglect (including cyberbullying).

Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL): Mrs. Melanie Kirk

I Concern: Any observation or disclosure indicating risk to a child. 

 

Key Principles

Student-Centered: All actions prioritize the child’s welfare.

Prevention: Proactive education on online safety, consent, and mental health.

Zero Tolerance: Immediate action on breaches (e.g., staff misconduct).


Safeguarding Team

Mrs. Melanie Kirk, Principal – 852 2955 2466 / Melanie.kirk2025@gmail.com

Staff & Volunteer Requirements

Mandatory Checks:

  • Hong Kong Police Criminal Record Check (for all staff).
  • Reference verification (2+ professional references).


Training:
Annual safeguarding training (including spotting signs of radicalization or self-harm).


Reporting Procedures

Step 1: Any concern (observed or disclosed) must be reported to the DSL within 24 hours via Email 

Step 2: DSL assesses risk and escalates to:  

  • EDB Child Protection Unit (for severe cases).
  • Hong Kong Social Welfare Department (if family intervention is needed).

Step 3: Document all actions in the Confidential Safeguarding Log (stored securely for 7 years).  

Curriculum Integration:
Year 7–9: Online safety workshops (aligned with Cambridge Digital Literacy). 

Year 10–11: Consent and healthy relationships (via PSHE lessons).

Anonymous Reporting: Students can report concerns via posters with QR code