Stage 03 · Something Doesn’t Feel Right · Introduction

Something Doesn’t Feel Right

Do you need proof before you can ask for help?

Safeguarding often begins with a concern, not a completed investigation.

Teacher View

Purpose Teach that concern can justify asking for help without turning pupils into investigators.

Ask What can someone do when they are worried but not certain?

Misconception You do not need proof before you can ask a safe adult for help.

Safeguarding Use school-specific help routes when deployed. Do not ask pupils to identify real classmates or families.

SEND / EAL Offer two clear columns: CONCERN and PROOF, with spoken examples.

Stretch Ask why safeguarding decisions can begin with concern while investigation belongs to appropriate adults.

Evidence of learning Learner explains the difference between concern and proof.