Safeguarding
We believe that children, young people and vulnerable adults should never experience abuse of any kind. We have an unfaltering commitment to promote the welfare of all children, young people and vulnerable adults to keep them safe. COBIS is committed to reducing risk connected to all safeguarding and child protection matters.
Hear about how our schools benefit from our safeguarding support in the video below
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We are proud to be a founding member of the International Task Force on Child Protection.
We are proud to be the ICPC Global Ambassador.
We’re committed to promoting and encouraging the highest standards of safeguarding and child protection in member schools and Supporting Associates as a requirement of continuing membership, through the provision of a variety of services and resources:
Safer Recruitment
We offer our schools around the world the support and resources they need to ensure they implement the latest safer recruitment processes and steps. Find out more.
Safeguarding Resources
We have a range of safeguarding resources, policies and guidance collated for your easy access. Explore them here.
International Child Protection Certificate
The International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC) is a criminal records check for anyone who lives, or has lived, in the UK and who is looking to work with children overseas.COBIS is proud to be the ICPC Global Ambassador. Find out more here.
Safeguarding Training
We are committed to promoting the highest standards of safeguarding and child protection. We offer online and face-to-face training covering a range of safeguarding topics, for all members of staff. See what's on offer here.
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The termly Safeguarding Update provides the latest news and resources to support schools around the world.
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