Evaluation of CSE Preventative Framework April 2013

Evaluation of the Preventative Sexual Exploitation Framework for schools

Scope of the work Training has been provided for all 15 high schools (including 2 special schools), 4 independent schools with KS3 learners and beyond and 3 Pupil Referral Units around the Preventive Framework. This has been delivered to 1 of our 3 FE colleges, and plans are in place to reach the final 2 colleges.

The framework relies upon schools using CEOP resources and two resources packs -My Dangerous Loverboy and BWise 2Sexual Exploitation. All the above have received training by a CEOP Ambassador to enable every school to access the post KS2 resources. The additional 2 resource packs were purchased by the LA for all the provision with the exception of the independent schools. School Governors have also been made aware of the framework and its use is part of the model safeguarding policy that is provided by the LA for schools to use.

Activity in school: Assemblies around sexual exploitation have been delivered externally in 4 schools. In one school this took place during an Ofsted inspection and was regarded as outstanding practice.

5 schools have reported that they are actively using the materials they have been given at the universal level. In all cases they state that the resources are clear and are well received by students. One school writes ‘resources are brilliant, clear, easy to use and very up to date. Students were clearly involved and found it relevant to them’.

It is highly likely that much more has been undertaken which has not been reported through to the author if this report.

Schools have also used the resources to support children who at higher levels of risk as identified in the framework. Schools have stated that the risk assessment it very helpful. The planned use of the materials is often discussed at the LSCB’s Multi-Agency Sexual Exploitation (MASE) meetings.

Since the framework has been in place 14% of all referrals into MASE have come from schools. 10 schools have either attended MASE or have been party to discussions with the Safeguarding Unit about potential referrals.

Conclusion This area of work brings many challenges for schools. The framework has been well received, but there is some anxiety about educational professionals conducting this type of work. Discussion with high school senior leaders made it clear that more modelling of sessions would be appreciated. The framework has only been operational in Stockport for approximately 12 months. Nonetheless the awareness raising that has been undertaken in Stockport has enabled staff to become much clearer about recognising Sexual Exploitation and being confident in their reactions to it. The quality of the materials undoubtedly contributes to this. Dr Lynn Perry April 2013