Safeguarding Statement

Music Gym is committed to the safety and welfare of every child and young person in our care.

Our Commitment

Something Guitar Ltd T/A Music Gym operates under a comprehensive Safeguarding Children Policy in accordance with the Children Act 1989, the Children Act 2004, and current statutory guidance. Our full policy is available to parents, guardians, and relevant authorities on request.

The welfare of every child is our paramount concern. All Music Gym staff and volunteers are subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks before working with children, and our safeguarding procedures are reviewed annually.

Designated Safeguarding Officers

Alan

Primary Designated Safeguarding Officer

Director, Music Gym

Clare

Secondary Designated Safeguarding Officer

Administrative Assistant, Music Gym

Photography & Video

Music Gym uses photographs, video and audio recordings for promotional purposes, including social media, our website, online and traditional marketing materials. Consent is obtained from parents and guardians via our registration process.

Your Privacy Matters

If you would prefer your child's image not to be used in any promotional material, please notify us in writing at [email protected] and we will ensure this is respected without exception.

If You Have a Concern

If you have any concern about the welfare of a child at Music Gym — however minor it may seem — please contact us immediately. You do not need firm evidence; a reasonable concern is enough.

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Contact Alan — Primary DSO

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If Alan is unavailable, contact Clare — Secondary DSO

Available via the school office

If a child is in immediate danger

Call 999 immediately. For non-emergency safeguarding advice, contact the NSPCC Helpline on 0808 800 5000.

Data Protection

Music Gym is registered with the Information Commissioner's Office. Data storage and processing is governed by the UK Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR.

ICO Registration Number: ZA797625

Policy Last Reviewed

October 2025

Next Review Date

October 2026

Full Policy

Available on request

Our full Safeguarding Children Policy and Procedures document is available to parents, guardians, and relevant authorities on request. Contact [email protected]