Whether you're a student, parent, coach or visitor, if something doesn't feel right, we want you to feel comfortable raising it. You don't need to be certain that something is wrong before reporting a genuine concern.
Someone in immediate danger?
If someone is at immediate risk of harm, call the police or emergency services on 999.
For advice about concerns involving a child, contact the NSPCC Helpline on 0808 800 5000 .
Do not rely on the form below for an emergency.
Our Safeguarding Commitment
RGA Buckingham is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for everyone who trains with us.
We take the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk seriously, and aim to respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns.
- Promoting respectful, inclusive training.
- Taking concerns and disclosures seriously.
- Responding to allegations appropriately and without unnecessary delay.
- Protecting privacy and sharing information only when appropriate.
- Seeking advice or referring concerns to external safeguarding authorities where necessary.
Recognising a Concern
Safeguarding concerns can take many forms and may involve behaviour inside or outside the academy.
Examples of concerns include:
- Bullying, harassment, intimidation or discrimination.
- Physical, emotional or sexual abuse.
- Neglect or concerns about someone's welfare.
- Inappropriate behaviour or boundary violations by adults or peers.
- Unsafe coaching or training practices that place people at risk.
- Any disclosure from a child or vulnerable individual that raises concerns.
How to Report a Concern
If you have a safeguarding concern about a child, young person or adult at risk, please contact our safeguarding team.
Our safeguarding email is received by Daniel Lewis, Ian Willmore and Owen Bateman.
What Happens When You Report?
Safeguarding reports should be treated seriously, sensitively and without unnecessary delay.
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We receive the concern. Information submitted through our safeguarding contact channels is reviewed by the appropriate people.
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We consider immediate safety. Where urgent action is required, appropriate safeguarding or emergency services should be contacted.
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We record relevant information. Concerns and actions taken should be documented securely.
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We take appropriate action. This may include seeking safeguarding advice or referring the matter to external authorities.
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We follow up where appropriate. We may contact you for further information, subject to confidentiality requirements.
Privacy & Confidentiality
Safeguarding information is sensitive and should be handled carefully.
We aim to limit access to safeguarding information to people who have a legitimate need to know.
Complete confidentiality cannot always be guaranteed. Information may need to be shared with the police, social services or other appropriate professionals to protect someone from harm or meet legal obligations.
For further information about personal data, see our Privacy Policy .
Submit a Safeguarding Concern
You can use our safeguarding form to report a concern directly to the safeguarding team.
Contact details are optional. If you would like a response, please provide a way for us to contact you.
Please provide as much relevant factual information as possible without investigating the matter yourself. Avoid including unnecessary personal information.
The existing safeguarding form will appear immediately below this section.
Further Help & Support
You can also seek independent safeguarding advice or report concerns externally.
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Emergency Services: Call 999 if someone is in immediate danger.
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Police Non-Emergency: Call 101 for a non-emergency police concern.
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NSPCC: Child protection advice on 0808 800 5000 or visit nspcc.org.uk .
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Childline: Children and young people can call 0800 1111 for support.
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Local Authority: You can contact the relevant children's services or adult safeguarding team directly for advice.