Child Safeguarding
A Caring School Environment
At Berkeley International School, the safety and well-being of our students is our highest priority. We are committed to creating a nurturing and secure environment where every child feels valued, respected, and protected.
We have clear policies and procedures in place to safeguard students from harm and ensure their physical and emotional welfare. All staff undergo regular training in child protection protocols and are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of care.
A Culture of Safety
At Berkeley International School, safeguarding is a shared commitment that extends across every part of our community. We believe that every child has the right to feel safe, respected, and protected — and we take that responsibility seriously. All Berkeley staff are trained annually to recognize and report signs of abuse or neglect, and are required to act if they have reasonable grounds for concern. Our recruitment process includes thorough background checks to ensure we hire only those who uphold our values of care and integrity.
Beyond staff, our students also play an important role. Through age-appropriate lessons, they learn about their rights, how to speak up, and how to access support when needed. Our policy is visible and transparent, creating a culture where child protection is openly discussed and reinforced.
Our campus itself is designed with student safety in mind. From entry procedures to visitor guidelines, we’ve built a secure environment where everyone is aware of and involved in safeguarding. Because at Berkeley, protecting children isn’t just a policy — it’s a community-wide priority.
Student Discipline, Inclusion, and Emotional Support
Berkeley implements clear policies for school wide behavior expectations which are properly conveyed to our students to ensure that each student knows what is expected of them when at school.
We also encourage our students to respect, acknowledge, and celebrate each other´s differences regardless of opinion, status, gender, ethnicity, and religion. Moreover, our teachers and school counselors are ready to support our student´s well-being and help them prepare for any challenges they may face in adolescence and adulthood.
Campus Security and Emergency Drills
Berkeley maintains a highly secure campus. Our security guards keep our campus secure 24 hours per day, every day of the week and regularly check all parts of the campus throughout the day and night. CCTV cameras and automated flap-gates are installed in the campus.
In addition, emergency drills are routinely conducted and we educate our students on how to respond during emergency situations. Our full security procedures and resources are not made public to ensure their integrity.
Student Health
Berkeley´s school clinic is equipped with full-time nurses, essential medical supplies, including AED devices, and necessary medications for students´ needs during the school day.
We prioritize the consideration of allergies and other medical conditions, and we closely monitor external factors such as air quality, outdoor temperature, and weather conditions. Additionally, we have established procedures and regulations in place to address these external factors.