Independent Scrutiny Report published today

The NSCP Independent Scrutiny Team conducted a review to identify any learning following an incident at a Norfolk high school, where a child was injured and the school had to enact its lockdown procedures.

20th October, 2026

This independent scrutiny review examined the multi-agency response before, during and after the serious incident at Thorpe St Andrew School on 11 March 2026.

The executive summary highlights the recommendations and learning for the Norfolk education sector.

Executive Summary Scrutiny Report for Thorpe High School

Norfolk's Multi-Agency Practice Week - 16-20th November 2026 - Safe Today, Secure Tomorrow

15th October, 2026

We are delighted to announce this year’s Multi-agency Practice Week, ‘Safe today, secure tomorrow’ which focuses on one of the key outcomes within Norfolk’s FLOURISH Outcomes Framework.

New information sharing duty comes into effect

2nd October, 2026

A new information sharing duty for safeguarding practitioners commenced from Wednesday 30 September.

Non-Statutory Delegated Safeguarding Partner for Education Vacancy

1st October, 2026

Are you an experienced Headteacher or senior educational leader working in Norfolk with a passion for safeguarding and system leadership?