We follow the guidance outlined by the Department for Education document ‘Sexual Violence and sexual harassment between children in schools and colleges’

At Chipping Norton School we never pass an incident off as “banter”, “part of growing up” or “having a laugh” even if the victim says that they don’t mind. We recognise the gendered nature of child-on-child abuse (that girls will more likely be victims and boys more likely be perpetrators), but that all forms are unacceptable and will be taken seriously. We understand that child perpetrators of sexual harassment are likely to have experienced or witnessed harm or inappropriate behaviour themselves and may need support beyond the Behaviour policy.

• All incidents of child-on-child sexual harassment are treated as a safeguarding concern and safeguarding procedures are followed
• Any incidents of unwanted touching under clothes (even if over underwear) will be reported to the Police and MASH.
• We report all incidents of child-on-child abuse and sexual harassment in line with our Behaviour for Learning Policy, Anti bullying and Child Protection Policy or using the Safeguarding Concern Form on the staff intranet.
• All students are taught about consent through their PSHCE lessons
• Staff receive additional training on dealing with disclosure