Safeguarding Information for Parents

New City College have both statutory and moral responsibilities to safeguard our young people.

At New City College, we have both statutory and moral responsibilities to safeguard our young people, ensuring they have the necessary information and resources to stay safe. Our safeguarding systems are continuously reviewed in line with government guidance, social trends, and emerging risks to ensure a secure environment. 

We take pride in being one of the safest colleges in London and the South East. Each campus is equipped with full-time safety officers dedicated to maintaining site security and vigilance against potential threats to our students and staff. 

Should any student feel unsafe or perceive a threat to their well-being, we encourage them to approach any member of staff immediately. Safeguarding Officers are clearly identified with posters displayed across all campuses, detailing how to contact them. 

As a parent or guardian, if you have concerns regarding your child or any other matter, please do not hesitate to contact us at keepsafe@ncclondon.ac.uk. In an emergency, please call our central Contact Centre at 0330 135 9000. For out-of-hours support, please refer to the information at the bottom of this page for alternative support.

Important Messages:

The following message has been shared with all students on their college email:

Staying Safe Reminder:
As a reminder to respect our local neighbours we would kindly ask you do not enter into the local housing estates unless you reside there. Our social spaces within the college are open to you when you do not have lessons and need some down time. These are your safe spaces.    Please be polite and respectful when visiting shops and facilities local to your campus.

Keep Safe:
We would also remind you to keep valuable items, such as your phones and jewellery out of sight when in the local area (for example approaching waiting at the bus stop or walking to the station).  As you may be aware, sadly, street crimes such as robbery and phone snatching are a national issue and constantly in the news and we make the request to keep your items hidden, not to scare you, but to support you being ‘street smart’.

Support:
If you have any concerns or would like to discuss these or any other matters regarding your safety, we are always ready to listen and are available at keepsafe@ncclondon.ac.uk or talk with the safeguarding team at your campus, safeguarding posters are situated around your campus. Please be aware you can also raise a safeguarding concern using the colleges VLE (virtual learning environment) page.

Thank you as always for your co-operation and understanding in helping us to help you keep safe.

NCC Safeguarding and Prevent Policy 

Our policy outlines our commitment to ensuring the safety and welfare of all students, including measures for preventing radicalisation, safer recruitment, and continuous staff training. New City College plays a crucial role in protecting students from the risks of extremism and radicalisation, in accordance with the Counter-Terrorism and Security Act 2015. 

We urge you to familiarise yourself with our Safeguarding and Prevent Policy, and to reach out to us with any questions or concerns you may have. Please read our college-wide safeguarding and prevent policy here. 

Key Advice for Parents 

  • Online Bullying: How to identify online bullying and key advice on how to deal with it. Please see the latest publications on the Gov.uk website regarding bullying. Learn more. 
  • Social Media: In-depth information and key advice on social media. Please see the governments practical guide for parents and carers whose children are using social media. Learn more. Also, Visit Childnet for in depth information and key advice on social media. 
  • Have a Conversation: Advice and resources to help talk about life online with your child. Visit childnet. 

Out of Hours Support 

If you are concerned for yourself or about someone else, please find details of help below: 

Or, in an emergency, call 999.