Your Safety and Well-being Come First
At Bath Academy, student welfare is at the heart of everything we do.
Our dedicated Safeguarding Team has extensive experience in supporting the safety and well-being of young learners.
Every Junior Summer School student receives a wristband with our 24/7 emergency contact number, ensuring help is always within reach. We closely monitor student attendance and participation in both lessons and activities, so we always know where our students are and that they’re fully engaged.
All staff receive comprehensive safeguarding and welfare training, and many are also first aid qualified, providing an extra level of care and peace of mind for both students and parents.
Key Features of Our Welfare Service
- 1:15 supervision ratio on all activities
- 24-hour emergency phone number
- All staff are DBS-checked and trained in welfare and safeguarding issues
- Regular meetings with group leaders
Caring for Both Groups and Individual Students
At Bath Academy, we are committed to providing outstanding support for both groups and individual students. We work closely with Group Leaders to ensure their students are happy, engaged, and getting the most out of their stay. Our management team is always available to discuss any concerns, and we hold regular meetings with Group Leaders, the Director of Studies, and the Junior Summer School Coordinator to ensure everything runs smoothly.
Individual students receive the same high level of care and attention, with friendly staff always available for guidance, support, or simply a chat. Everyone is part of the Bath Academy community—whether arriving alone or as part of a group.
Safeguarding at Bath Academy
The safety and well-being of our students is our highest priority. We have strong, well-established safeguarding procedures in place to ensure every student feels safe, supported, and cared for during their time with us.
All staff members, homestay hosts, and any adult living in a homestay household undergo enhanced DBS (criminal background) checks. In addition, they all receive regular safeguarding training to stay up to date with best practices in student welfare and protection.
For full details, please see our Safeguarding Policy available on our School Policies page.
Additional Support for Younger Students
Students who are below our minimum age will receive enhanced safeguarding and support throughout their stay. A dedicated teaching assistant will be assigned to provide extra help during lessons, as well as encouragement and reassurance during breaks and activities—ensuring younger students feel safe, supported, and fully included at all times.
Accommodation
Students below our minimum age will stay in our fully staffed, 24/7 supervised Residence, which offers a safe, secure, and supportive environment. Our dedicated team is always on hand to ensure the well-being and comfort of all students, day and night. Any student above the age of 17 will stay in single room homestay accommodation.
Curfew Times:
You must be home by 9pm (under 16) /9.30pm (16 and over) or at the time agreed between your parents and the people you are staying with.
Pocket Money & Valuables
For your peace of mind, we offer a secure place to store important items such as passports, travel tickets, and pocket money in our locked safe. While we take great care with all stored belongings, please note that Bath Academy cannot accept responsibility for any loss, damage, or theft of personal items.
We recommend that students only bring essential valuables with them.
Pre-Arrival Information
Before you arrive, we recommend that you read our Pre-Arrival Guide which will be sent to you.
This will help you and your parents/guardians to prepare for your stay, and to answer questions you may have about our programme.
If you have any further questions about your stay, please CONTACT US.
