Child Safeguarding Statement of the Constituent Members of the Catholic Church in Ireland
As a constituent member of the Catholic Church in Ireland, we recognise and uphold the dignity and rights of all children, are committed to ensuring their safety and well-being, and will work in partnership with parents/guardians to do this. We recognise each child as a gift from God, and we value and encourage the participation of children in all activities that enhance their spiritual, physical, emotional, intellectual and social development.
All Church personnel (including clergy, religious, staff and volunteers) have a responsibility to safeguard children through promoting their welfare, health and development in a safe and caring environment that supports their best interests and prevents abuse.
Child Safety Risk Assessment & Safeguarding Statement
Kylemore Abbey & Gardens Ltd. Child Safeguarding Statement
This Child Safeguarding Statement is prepared in accordance with the Children First Act 2015 and Children First: National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children 2017. It sets out the principles and procedures to be observed to ensure, as far as possible, that a child visiting Kylemore Abbey & Gardens Ltd. is safe from harm. As defined in the Children First Act, 2015, “harm” means, in relation to a child.
Child_Safeguarding_Statement_2025.pdf