Policies
Anti-Bullying Policy
UPDATED NOVEMBER 2023
Prima Dance Academies work with children and families as part of its activities. The purpose of this policy statement is to set out our commitment:
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to prevent bullying from happening between children and young people who are a part of our organisation or take part in our activities
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to make sure bullying is stopped as soon as possible if it does happen and that those involved receive the support they need
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to provide information to all staff, volunteers, children and their families about what we should all do to prevent and deal with bullying.
This policy statement applies to anyone working on behalf of Prima Dance Academies, including senior managers, paid staff, volunteers, sessional workers, agency staff and students. This policy has been drawn up on the basis of legislation, policy and guidance that seeks to protect children in the UK.
Appropriate Physical Contact Policy
UPDATED NOVEMBER 2023
Prima Dance Academies work with children and families as part of its activities. The purpose of this policy statement is to ensure clear guidelines around appropriate and consensual physical contact as part of dance education.
This policy statement applies to anyone working on behalf of Prima Dance Academies including senior managers, paid staff, volunteers, sessional workers, agency staff and students. This policy has been drawn up on the basis of legislation, policy and guidance that seeks to protect children in the UK.
Child Protection Policy
UPDATED NOVEMBER 2023
In order to ‘Improve Practice with Ongoing Vigilance,’ Prima Dance Academy recognises the vital importance of ‘Safeguarding’ throughout its organisation.
Prima Dance Academy adheres to the Code of Conduct for Professional Practice outlined by the Royal Academy of Dance. It also recognises that the welfare and interests of children are paramount in all circumstances.