Domestic Abuse Advice and Support | Asquith Primary School

Domestic Abuse - Advice and Support

Operation Encompass

As part of our work to support children affected by domestic abuse, we work closely with our local police force. “Operation Encompass” involves police notifying schools when one of their pupils has been present at an incident of domestic abuse where the police have attended. This notification will be done the following morning- ideally before the start of the school day. The purpose of the notification is to provide information to schools so that they can support the pupil the next day in whatever way is appropriate. At our school, this will involve checking in with the child and monitoring their well-being. In addition, we will always follow our normal safeguarding procedures in these cases.

For more information, visit the Operation Encompass website: https://www.operationencompass.org/

Advice and Support

You are not alone! Leeds has a range of agencies to support families experiencing domestic abuse. Please visit the links below for more information:

Leeds Domestic Violence and Abuse:

• www.leeds.gov.uk/domesticviolence

• Useful links and numbers - LDVS

Leeds Domestic Violence Service

24-hour Helpline for anyone in Leeds wanting immediate advice, support and information.

• 0113 246 0401

• www.ldvs.uk

Leeds Women's Aid:

• www.leedswomensaid.co.uk