There is an increasing public dialogue about peer-to-peer abuse/sexual harassment and abuse perpetrated by former staff in schools. We want to support any pupil (current or former) who has experienced harmful behaviour within the community.
We want our current young people to feel safe in seeking support from us in school and feel able to share their experiences.
For alumni, we want our former pupils to feel confident in reporting any incidents of historic abuse to us. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee confidentiality as we may have a statutory duty to share information. We understand that this may present a barrier for those who want support, but who may be worried about the consequences of speaking out.
For further advice, we would like to signpost The Lucy Faithfull Foundation, the only UK-wide child protection charity dedicated solely to preventing child sexual abuse. They offer help and advice for parents, carers, professionals, and survivors, providing guidance on understanding key issues, responding to challenges, keeping children safe, maintaining wellbeing and where to find additional support.
The organisation runs the confidential Stop It Now! helpline (0808 1000 900) and can support anyone with a concern about child sexual abuse and its prevention via their self-help resources, programmes and helpline – Stop It Now – Lucy Faithfull Foundation
In addition, you may find the following links helpful:
Citizens Advice www.citizensadvice.org.uk
• The National Association for People Abused in Childhood (NAPAC) www.napac.org.uk
• Rape Crisis Scotland www.rapecrisisscotland.org.uk
• Scottish Childhood Abuse www.mygov.scot/childhood-abuse
• Speak out Scotland www.speakoutscotland.org
• The Samaritans www.samaritans.org
• The Survivors Trust (TST) www.thesurvivorstrust.org
If you wish to speak directly to the School about your experiences or to find out more about pastoral care at Hutchesons’ Grammar School today please contact the school on 0141 423 2933 or email secondary@hutchesons.org, and request contact from the Child Protection Coordinator.