'Debbie has supported safeguarding at Edgbarrow School for over ten years, including safeguarding audits and support with complex cases.

 Debbie is hugely knowledgeable and experienced in an ever changing safeguarding environment.  Debbie works to ensure the best outcomes for pupils and is dedicated to their cause.  She is always available, even out of hours, to provided the support needed.  Debbie has an unrivalled understanding of local and national contextual issues which are highly valued by the school.'

Mr S Matthews, Headteacher, Edgbarrow School

 'Debbie's extensive experience in all aspects of safeguarding gives me the confidence to lead my school effectively, safe in the knowledge that the advice offered to me supports the decisions I make to keep my whole school community safe. The training offered by Debbie to me and my team provides up-to-date and relevant information to ensure that all mandatory and statutory duties are met; the feedback from the staff at Meadow Vale is always very positive, following on from Debbie's sessions. I highly recommend Debbie to any school for all aspects of safeguarding'

Mrs C Forrester, Headteacher, Meadowvale Primary School

'Debbie has been supporting our business with safeguarding for a number of years and is always on hand for support and guidance. Her knowledge is incredible and her drive and determination to support us achieving the very best in safeguarding practice is valued. Whether it is the safeguarding training she delivers, reviewing our practice, working with staff, seeking views of young people or supporting the strategic direction of safeguarding, Debbie’s expertise can always be relied upon. We really appreciate her authenticity, openness and honesty, particularly in the support we receive to implement the action plans following her reviews.  I cannot recommend her services highly enough.'

Mr B Murphy, Founder and Director, Storry Group (Alternative provision, supported accommodation, children's homes & training)

'I would have no hesitation in recommending Debbie to anyone looking for support, training and guidance with safeguarding. In addition to her extensive knowledge and understanding, she is approachable and generous with her time and advice.  She has been an incredible support to me and my whole school community, always being the first person we would go to when we had a question, a concern, or if there was something we wanted to talk through. Having worked extensively with schools, she understands and has an insight into the issues and pressures faced by school leaders and DSLs. Within her training she is able to acknowledge this, whilst also ensuring that groups receive training of the highest quality that meets all statutory requirements.' 

Ms R Jackson, Headteacher, Crowthorne CofE Primary School

'Debbie is knowledgeable, astute and up to date with her leadership of all aspects of safeguarding. Working alongside her in a rigorous review was both challenging and reassuring for both staff & governors. Following our audit we could identify our own best aspects but also focus on what we could look to improve next. She is calmly driven to find the best and shines a light on those elements that need tweaking for children’s sake.'

Mrs E Savage, Headteacher, Jennetts Park CE Primary School

'We cannot recommend Debbie enough. She's incredibly knowledgeable and able to give organisations the help they need to keep young people safe. I would recommend Debbie to anyone looking for support with safeguarding in their school, MAT, education provision, etc.'

Mike O'Neill, Managing Director, The Equity Foundation (Bespoke education provision)