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LADO Education Safeguarding Advisory Service (LESAS)

The LADO Education Safeguarding Advisory Service (LESAS) is made up of experienced professionals, including Social Work England registered social workers and education specialists. They bring deep expertise in safeguarding children, gained through work in both social care and a range of educational and support services.

The Education People support the Kent LADO Education Safeguarding Advisory Service by hosting our content and facilitating access to our high-quality safeguarding training and products for education settings.

Contacting LESAS

Please ensure you report concerns in line with the local safeguarding partnership procedures.
If your concern relates to the welfare of a child: Please contact the Front Door Service via the Kent Integrated Children's Services Portal.

If you need to make a referral to the LADO regarding an allegation against a member of staff: Please complete a LADO referral via the Kent Integrated Children's Services Portal.

If you need clarification on whether to make a LADO referral, need general education safeguarding or online safety advice, or would like to enquire about training or other safeguarding products: Please use the LESAS enquiry form.