Safeguarding and Child Protection at KISU 

Meet the Safeguarding and Child Protection Team at KISU

At KISU, ensuring the safety, well-being, and rights of every child is our top priority, grounded in both the Children’s Act and the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. These guidelines emphasise that every child has the right to protection, and as a community, we each hold a duty of care to uphold these rights and promote a safe environment.

Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Team is led by Ms. Zoe, our Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), who is responsible for recording, collating and coordinating all child protection efforts and safeguarding initiatives at the school. She is supported by Mr. Robert Buga and Ms. Annabelle Mutesi, our Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads (DDSLs), who work collaboratively to address any disclosures and ensure all concerns are handled according to policy, procedure, and the law.

In our commitment to safeguarding, all adults who work with or around children are mandatory reporters. This means that they are legally required to report any concerns or disclosures related to child safety. All reports are escalated to the DSL and addressed in full compliance with school policies to ensure a secure, respectful environment for every child.

Contact Details:

Ms. Zoe

Email: primaryhead@kisu.com

Phone: 0752711881

Mr. Robert Buga 

Email: r.buga@kisu.com 

Phone: 0752711906

Ms. Annabelle Mutesi  

Email: counsellor@kisu.com

Together, we are dedicated to upholding these essential protections and fostering a safe, nurturing environment where each child at KISU can learn, grow, and thrive securely. Following extensive Safeguarding and Child Protection training and disseminating training across the entire staff team, we believe that KISU is the safest school to enrol your child in. 

To communicate Uganda's child protection laws effectively to parents, here are some key points that emphasise rights, responsibilities, and protections in place for children's well-being:

1. Children’s Act: Uganda's Children’s Act focuses on the care, protection, and welfare of children under the age of 18. It outlines parental responsibilities and sets standards to safeguard children from any form of abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

2. Mandatory Education and Health Rights: Under Ugandan law, children have the right to essential health care and basic education. Parents and guardians are legally responsible for ensuring their children access these rights.

3. Protection from Abuse and Exploitation: Child protection laws in Uganda enforce strict prohibitions against child labour, trafficking, and any form of abuse. 

4. Child Rights and Representation: Children in Uganda have specific rights, including the right to be heard, the right to express opinions, and the right to legal representation in cases affecting their welfare. 

5. Community Responsibility: Uganda’s laws highlight community involvement in child protection. Parents are encouraged to work with local authorities and community leaders to ensure a safe and supportive environment for all children.

Below are a couple of useful websites for parents: 

Child protection:

https://www.unicef.org/uganda/what-we-do/child-protection 

Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development https://mglsd.go.ug/national-children-authority-2/