Children Protection and Welfare
Children Protection and Welfare
Child Protection and Welfare
The Children First Act (2015) has been fully commenced. This brings new and additional responsibilities on organisations and staff with regard to child protection and welfare matters. The NCSE has updated its procedures for reporting concerns to comply with these requirements and has also prepared an information guide to accompany the procedures.
See also the Tusla Reporting Form.
Children Protection and Welfare
Child Safeguarding Statement
Organisations are required to publish a Child Safeguarding Statement.
Other useful Publications
The NCSE Children Protection and Welfare webpage offers a range of useful publications that support staff in understanding and applying national child protection policies. These resources complement the NCSE’s internal guidelines and include key documents such as Children First guidance, legislation, and procedures issued by the Department of Education, helping ensure a consistent and informed approach to safeguarding children.
