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Learn how the CSCP website collects, uses, and protects your personal information in accordance with data protection laws and best practice. শর্তাবলী As part of our commitment to protecting children and ensuring their safety, we utilise cookies on our website to enhance the user experience and improve our services. We will provide you with a comprehensive description of the types of cookies we use, including information about our AI chatbot, cookie management options, storage duration, and links to our privacy policy. Our website uses both session and persistent cookies. Session cookies are temporary and are deleted once you close your browser, while persistent cookies remain on your device for a specified period or until you manually delete them. These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of our website, including enabling you to navigate between pages efficiently and remembering your preferences. 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We ensure that our cookies are only stored for the necessary time required to fulfil their purposes and improve your interaction with our website. For more information on how we collect, use, and protect your personal data, please refer to our privacy policy below. If you have any further questions or concerns about cookies or our privacy practices, please do not hesitate to contact us. Your privacy and security are paramount to us at Croydon Safeguarding Children Partnership, and we are committed to providing a transparent and safe online environment for all our users. শর্তাবলী The Croydon Safeguarding Children Partnership (CSCP) collects and processes your personal data, (including special categories of personal data) in accordance with our obligations under the Data Protection Act 2018 and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The Croydon Safeguarding Children Partnership conducts regular Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) to ensure data processing on this website complies with UK GDPR and protects user privacy. We respect your right to privacy and are committed to maintaining it. We only collect information necessary to enable us to deliver our services and store and process your personal information in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679. The information we collect CSCP also collects information related to the delivery of projects, learning events, newsletter subscriptions and training. We will also collect information from you, if you complete any other forms on our site or if you contact us with comments or specific requests. This information may include: your name work address email address and/or telephone number job role service area or organisation line manager contact details (this only applicable if registering for training) We will only ask for information that will help us with auditing activities or to measure the impact of training. In most cases, this does not require the recording of personal information. Why we collect your information Your data is used for the purpose of: carrying out statutory auditing activities producing statistics and reports to research and plan training programmes assessing performance and set targets for service improvement monitoring and evaluating the quality of service we provide reviewing the impact of programmes delivered How we use your information The data you provide may be accessible to the suppliers of our event management and learning management systems. Anonymised data may also be shared with: statutory partners to analyse and evaluate the impact of our programmes external programme funders programme delivery partners We will not add your email address to any external mailing lists, and we will not disclose these details to third parties unless permitted or required by law. We will keep your email address on file internally and may contact you regarding your training account. You will only receive marketing emails relating to CSCP learning events and monthly newsletter if you specifically sign up for these notifications. Your emails to us may be forwarded to CSCP business team to action, unless your email specifically does not consent to this. Depending on how we are processing your personal data will determine the legal basis for processing. To perform a function or provide a service required by statute (Article 6(1)(e) GDPR) To comply with a legal obligation (Article 6(1)(c) GDPR) Where the processing is necessary for the performance of a contract (Article 1(b) GDPR) With your explicit consent (Articles 6(1)(a) and 9(2)(a) GDPR) Your rights are: to be informed; our privacy notice is one of the ways we try and let you know how data is handled to access your personal information (exceptions apply in certain circumstances) to update inaccurate data to restrict processing of any inaccurate data to object to certain processing such as direct marketing to data portability in cases where consent is given or processed by automated means to erase data if Croydon council no longer has a lawful basis or legitimate grounds for processing it to withdraw your consent when it has previously been given where required to complain about data handling How the CSCP protects data The CSCP takes the security of your data seriously, The CSCP has internal policies and controls in place to try to ensure that your data is not lost, accidentally destroyed, misused, or disclosed and is not accessed except by its employees in the performance of their duties. Croydon council is your data controller. If you want any further information, email, DPO@croydon.gov.uk or telephone 020 8726 6000 and ask to speak with the Data Protection Officer or view our corporate privacy statement .

SPRs are commissioned when a child dies or is seriously harmed, identifying ways to strengthen safeguarding. Explore local and national lessons to improve policy and practice. What happens when a child dies We understand that reporting the death of a child is an incredibly difficult and sensitive task. The following guidance aims to provide the important steps to help ensure the right support and learning can follow. If you are a professional needing to report a child’s death, please complete the eCDOP form using the link below, so that the appropriate agencies are notified and the necessary review processes can begin. Please remember, it is a statutory requirement to notify CDOP of all child deaths from birth up to their 18th birthday. If multiple agencies are involved, please liaise to agree which one will submit the notification. However, unless you know someone else has already done so, please notify CDOP with as much information as possible. Note: Only complete a notification form if you are registering a death for the first time. Complete eCDOP form here Once submitted, a coordinator will contact all professionals and agencies who were involved with the child or family. Those identified will be sent a reporting form to complete and return as soon as possible to support the review process. If abuse or neglect is suspected as a possible cause of death, the Child Death SPOC will inform the Head of Safeguarding for Children and Business Manager of CSCP who will then log a Serious Incident Notification . Child Death Reviews The Child Death Review process applies to all children, defined by the Children Act 1989 as individuals under 18 years of age. A review should be conducted for every child death, regardless of the cause. This includes the death of any live-born baby for whom a death certificate has been issued. Croydon is part of the Southwest London Child Death Overview Panel (SWL CDOP), which also includes the boroughs of Sutton, Merton, Wandsworth, Richmond, and Kingston. All child deaths of Croydon residents will be reviewed by Croydon / SWL CDOP. Prior to review at the SWL CDOP, there will have been a Joint Agency Response (JAR) meeting IF the JAR criteria are met. This must be held within 5 working days of a child’s death. The Joint Agency Response meeting is chaired by the Designated Doctor for Child Death Reviews. Joint Agency Response (JAR) criteria are set out in Working Together 2023 . A JAR is required if a child’s death: is or could be due to external causes is sudden and there is no immediately apparent cause (including sudden unexpected death in infancy/childhood) occurs in custody, or where the child was detained under the Mental Health Act occurs where the initial circumstances raise any suspicions that the death may not have been natural occurs in the case of a stillbirth where no healthcare professional was in attendance. All child deaths will be subject of a Child Death Review Meeting (CDRM). The CDRM is chaired by a Consultant Paediatrician from Croydon University Hospital. This is the multi-professional meeting that takes place prior to the child death review partners review (SWL CDOP). At the meeting, all matters relating to an individual child’s death are discussed by professionals involved with the case. Learning from cases will be published in an annual report this data is also shared with the National Child Mortality Database. eCDOP form child death review process What professionals need to complete Professionals who receive a reporting form are asked to review their agency’s case records for the child or family members. Any information known to them or their organisation should be included on the form. If certain details are not available, please make a note of this on the form, rather than leaving any sections blank. Supporting guides Please read the following useful guides to learn more: eCDOP B Report Form User Guide (PDF, 463KB) Child Death Reporting Form Flowchart (PDF, 107KB) when-a-child-dies-leaflet-NCMD.pdf For further detailed information about child death reviews read the child death review statutory and operational guidance. Croydon SPOC for Child Deaths contact details Email: CDOPCroydon@croydon.gov.uk Resources Southwest London CDOP Annual Report 2023-24 Samaritans Bereavement Support Lullaby Trust National Child Mortality Database (NCMD) Guidance cdop resources

Guidance and tools for schools and education professionals to promote safeguarding, early intervention, and safe learning environments. Education Toolkit The Education Toolkit page is where you will find Croydon and Government/DfE guidance to support safeguarding in your school . You will also find referral templates and editable documents to help seek the relevant support and advice for families you work with, these can be accessed via the associated sections below. The content of this page is overseen by the Education Safeguarding Team . If you have any queries or cannot find what you are looking for, please email them directly. Please note this mailbox is not intended for submitting referrals . Guidance on how to refer to specific services can be found within the relevant referral forms. ✉️ MASHEducation@croydon.gov.uk Click on a button below to access the right guidance: সম্পর্কে অংশীদারিত্ব New Page Contact us Landing Page রিসোর্স Copy of 7-minute-briefings Local safeguarding practice reviews New Page New Page New Page New Page National Learning New Page New Page Services Projects New Page New Page New Page New Page Policies অংশীদারিত্ব External training providers Training levels News ফাইল শেয়ার Search Results Toolkits Parent/Carer Toolkit Youth support map MASH Education The Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) is a partnership of key agencies that work together to share information, assess risk, and make coordinated decisions to safeguard children and vulnerable adults at the earliest opportunity. Need Advice or to Make a Referral? You can contact the MASH Professionals Consultation Line on: 020 8255 2888, Monday to Friday, 9.00am – 5.00pm. For urgent concerns outside of these hours, please contact the Emergency Duty Team on 020 8726 6400. If you are making an urgent referral, please also call the number above to alert the social work team. If you're unable to get through, email MASHEducation@croydon.gov.uk and a team member will follow up. Additionally, the Threshold guidance will assist in referring to the correct service for support. Access the Pan-London Threshold Guidance here ↗️ Healthy Relationships Advisory Forum (HRAF) Please complete the criteria checklist and send it with a completed referral form to schoolsafeguardingconcerns@croydon.gov.uk HRAF Referral form The HRAF is an opportunity to discuss concerns around a child/young person’s behaviour which could have the potential to develop further if not disrupted. It could also be behaviour that is already showing abusive traits within a child / young person’s relationships. The behaviour can be physical, sexual, emotional, or coercive and can be directed towards a ‘partner’, friend, or family member. The forum will be made up of several professionals from non-statutory services who may be able to advise, signpost of offer direct support in extreme cases. Referral deadline Meeting date 06/05/2025 12/05/2025 04/06/2025 09/06/2025 07/07/2025 14/07/2025 22/09/2025 29/09/2025 03/11/2025 10/11/2025 01/12/2025 08/12/2025 Resources Healthy Relationship Advisory Forum Intro Healthy Relationship Advisory Forum Referral Leaflet Taking Action: Croydon's Response to Sexual Abuse in Schools Following the OFSTED review of Sexual Abuse in Schools and Colleges, June 2021, Croydon was proactive in exploring and responding to the issues within our schools. The following documents provides information and guidance about Croydon as well as the wider context of Child-on-Child abuse but also is a practical guide, providing links, resources, slides and more to support schools and colleges in understand and addressing the issues. Resources Review of sexual abuse in schools and colleges - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) HSB Model Risk Assessment Taking Action - Croydon's response to sexual abuse in schools handbook Staff sexual abuse in schools training slides Exclusions Please find the Croydon Suspensions and Exclusions documents below. When submitting a Permanent Exclusion Form, kindly ensure you also attach a copy of the exclusion letter that was issued to parents. Resources Permanent Exclusion Notification Form Suspension Notification Form v.2 Inclusive Practice Forums (formerly known as FAP) Documents and Forms Secondary Inclusive Practice (SIP) Documents SIP Forum Referral Form Croydon SIP Forum Guidance September 2023 Primary Inclusive Practice Documents Croydon Approach to Primary Exclusion Prevention PIP Forum Referral Form Please email all referrals forms to primaryinclusion@croydon.gov.uk by end of the working day deadline for discussion at the next Primary Inclusive Practice Forum. Croydon is proud to host monthly Inclusive Practice Forums for both primary and secondary schools (previously known as the Fair Access Panel or FAP). Secondary Inclusive Practice Forum Dates 2025-26 Fridays 8.30AM - 12.00PM Deadline for Submission of cases (by 5:00 PM) Pre-Sip Date Meeting Date Venue 13/11/2025 18/11/2025 21/11/2025 Oasis Arena 04/12/2025 09/12/2025 12/12/2025 Orchard Park 08/01/2026 13/01/2026 23/01/2026 tbc 29/01/2026 03/02/2026 13/02/2026 tbc 26/02/2026 03/03/2026 13/03/2026 tbc 30/04/2026 05/05/2026 15/05/2026 tbc 04/06/2026 09/06/2026 12/06/2026 tbc 25/06/2026 30/06/2026 10/07/2026 Harris Beulah Hill Primary Inclusive Practice Forum Dates 2025-26 Wednesdays: 9.00AM - 12.00PM Deadline for Submission of Cases 5pm Meeting Dates Venue 24/10/2025 05/11/2025 Bernard Weatherill House 26/11/2025 03/12/2025 Bernard Weatherill House 19/12/2025 07/01/2026 Bernard Weatherill House 28/01/2026 04/02/2026 Bernard Weatherill House 25/02/2026 04/03/2026 Bernard Weatherill House 29/04/2026 06/05/2026 Bernard Weatherill House 22/05/2026 03/06/2026 Bernard Weatherill House 24/06/2026 01/07/2026 Bernard Weatherill House School and College Safeguarding: Government and DfE Guidelines Resources Keeping Children Safe in Education Information Sharing CSCP Safeguarding Theme: Information Sharing Croydon Model - Safeguarding Policy Prevent duty guidance: for England and Wales (accessible) - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) FGM Mandatory Reporting - Procedural Information Searching Screening Confiscation Guidance When to call Police - Guidance for Schools and Colleges Section 11 Safeguarding Audit Reports The Croydon Safeguarding Children Partnership (CSCP) is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children across the borough. The following reports, produced by the Croydon Education Safeguarding Team, provide a comprehensive overview of findings from the annual school safeguarding self-assessment audit. These reports highlight key trends, strengths, and areas for development identified across Croydon schools. By sharing these insights, we aim to support continuous improvement and promote best practice in safeguarding within education settings. Download/View: Safeguarding Audit Report 2024 Safeguarding Audit Report 2023 Online Safety Guidance Pack The Online Safety Local Authority Guidance supports schools and colleges to ensure student safety. It aligns with key statutory guidelines, including 'Working Together to Safeguard Children', 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', and the 'Online Safety Bill 2023'. This resource is crucial for meeting the welfare needs of students in the digital age Download/View: Croydon Online Safety Guidance Supporting LGBTQ+ Students in Schools and Colleges This guidance aims to support and educate against harmful views towards our LGBTQ+ students and their families, ensuring schools and colleges fulfil their duty of care as outlined in the Children’s Act 1989 . Download/View: Supporting LGBTQ+ Students in Schools and Colleges

Learn from safeguarding case reviews where young people died by suicide. Explore risk factors, warning signs, and prevention strategies to protect vulnerable adolescents. Understanding Adolescent Suicide Adolescent suicide is a deeply distressing issue, and safeguarding partnerships have a vital role to play in understanding and addressing the risk factors that lead to such tragedies. The CSCP has published two significant reviews; Chloe and Jake, that examine the circumstances surrounding the deaths of two adolescents. These reviews aim to identify key learning and strengthen multi-agency responses to young people’s mental health, safety, and wellbeing. Shared Themes and Key Insights The importance of trauma-informed, coordinated care Children and young people who have experienced adversity require professionals to recognise and respond to the impact of trauma on their development, behaviour, and emotional wellbeing. Trauma-informed care involves understanding how trauma affects each child uniquely, ensuring responses are compassionate, consistent, and avoid re-traumatisation. A coordinated, multi-agency approach ensures that services are aligned, reducing fragmentation and supporting children through a network of safe, supportive relationships. Timely and sustained mental health support Access to mental health support must be prompt and maintained over time, particularly when young people are at heightened risk. Delays or short-term interventions can leave critical needs unmet. Services should work together to ensure that mental health provision is responsive, tailored to the individual, and includes robust follow-up and review, especially when children disengage or transition between services. Better transition planning for adolescents, especially those in or leaving care Transitions, such as moving from children’s to adult services or exiting the care system, are high-risk periods. Poorly managed transitions can lead to unmet needs, isolation, and vulnerability. Effective transition planning must begin early, involve the young person’s voice, and include clear pathways with named professionals responsible for continuity of support and safeguarding. The value of proactive engagement and listening to young people’s voices Young people must be seen, heard, and taken seriously. Proactive engagement means going beyond surface-level contact and building trust over time. Practitioners should seek out and respond to what young people are saying—directly or indirectly—about their needs and safety. Embedding their voices into assessment, planning, and service design not only improves outcomes but also respects their agency and right to be involved in decisions about their lives. These reviews provide important reflections for professionals in all sectors. The CSCP urges all agencies to read and reflect on these findings and to consider how their own practice might change to better identify, support, and respond to children experiencing distress. These examples highlight how professional curiosity, persistence, and trusted relationships can make a significant difference. Chloe: Trauma, Exploitation and Mental Health Chloe, aged 17, died by suicide while under a care order and living in semi-independent accommodation. Her life was shaped by significant trauma, early exposure to domestic violence, and risks of exploitation. Despite being in statutory care, Chloe experienced a mental health crisis that went unaddressed in time. Key learning points from Chloe’s review: Impact of Childhood Trauma : Early adverse experiences continued to affect Chloe's emotional and mental health throughout adolescence. Mental Health Crisis Support : Gaps in timely access to therapeutic care and crisis intervention contributed to her vulnerability. Care Experience and Transitions : Semi-independent settings need robust support to meet the needs of high-risk adolescents. Good Practice Responsive GP involvement : Chloe’s GP practice took timely steps to arrange mental health assessments and pursued referrals despite access delays. Early Help collaboration : Early Help teams made concerted efforts to share information and support Chloe and her family within the limits of service thresholds. Read full review 7 minute briefing Jake: Substance use, Isolation and Missed opportunities Jake, an articulate and intelligent young person, died by suicide shortly before his 18th birthday. His review shows a gradual decline in emotional wellbeing, marked by early behavioural issues, disengagement from school, increasing drug use, and limited support engagement. Key learning points from Jake’s review: Adolescent Entry into Care : Jake became looked-after during adolescence, which research shows is linked to poorer outcomes. Mental Health and Substance Use : Co-occurring issues compounded risk and complicated service engagement. COVID-19 Impact : Restrictions reduced opportunities for face-to-face contact, exacerbating Jake’s sense of isolation. Good Practice Proactive school engagement : Jake’s school demonstrated strong pastoral support, recognising behavioural changes and seeking to engage wider services. Trusted adult relationships : Some professionals worked to build rapport with Jake, reinforcing the value of relational, consistent support. Read full review 7 minute briefing Addendum Learning and Moving Forward

Access quick, easy-to-read 7-minute briefings on key safeguarding topics. Ideal for busy practitioners needing bite-sized learning and updates. আমাদের টিম আমি একটা অনুচ্ছেদ। এখানে ক্লিক করে নিজের লেখা যোগ করুন এবং আমাকে এডিট করুন। এটা সহজ। শুধু "Edit Text" এ ক্লিক করুন অথবা আপনার নিজস্ব কন্টেন্ট যোগ করতে এবং ফন্টে পরিবর্তন করতে আমাকে ডাবল ক্লিক করুন। আপনার পৃষ্ঠায় যেকোনো জায়গায় আমাকে টেনে আনতে দ্বিধা করবেন না। আমি আপনার জন্য একটি দুর্দান্ত জায়গা যেখানে আপনি গল্প বলতে পারেন এবং আপনার ব্যবহারকারীদের আপনার সম্পর্কে আরও কিছু জানাতে পারেন। Case of Concern: Christine This briefing draws on learning from an Appreciative Inquiry review into the experiences of “Christine”, a young person who became vulnerable following her primary carer’s imprisonment at the age of 14. ১৭ অক্টোবর, ২০২৫ Published: Read review Case of Concern: Carlos Our latest briefing outlines the case of a 15-year-old young person with a complex history, highlighting the importance of learning from timely, coordinated safeguarding responses. ৭ এপ্রিল, ২০২৫ Published: Read review Right Care, Right Person This briefing serves as a resource for safeguarding partners, local authorities, and police officers involved in Right Care Right Person for children. ১৯ জুলাই, ২০২৪ Published: Read review LCSPR: Chloe 'Chloe,' a 17-year-old who experienced early trauma and entered statutory care in her early teens, tragically lost her life. The inquest concluded her death was an accident, finding no clear intent to take her own life. ২০ অক্টোবর, ২০২৩ Published: Read review LCSPR: Jake The review of 17-year-old Jake’s case highlights challenges, including late entry to care, placement instability, and mental health concerns. Emphasising the need for earlier support and better responses to dual diagnosis. ২১ জুলাই, ২০২৩ Published: Read review LCSPR: Ben This review highlights lessons in engaging vulnerable young parents, mainly when domestic abuse is a concern. The missed opportunities to support the mother and her child, Ben, led to tragic outcomes. ২১ জানুয়ারী, ২০২২ Published: Read review Leadership, Trust & Accountability This briefing is intended for trustees, board members, senior leaders, and individuals in positions of trust. It also supports those who may have concerns about the behaviour or suitability of individuals in trusted roles. ৯ মে, ২০২৫ Published: Read review Case of Concern: Cassie This briefing reflects on a case about a child who experienced multiple incidents requiring intervention and highlighting the need for improved agency coordination. ২০ ডিসেম্বর, ২০২৪ Published: Read review LCSPR: Baby Eva Baby Eva, four months old, was hospitalised with a fracture; scans revealed multiple injuries of different ages. The review stresses the need for proactive risk assessment before and after birth. ৭ এপ্রিল, ২০২৪ Published: Read review Rapid Review: Intra-Familial CSA This briefing summarises key findings from a rapid review into a case of intra-familial child sexual abuse, highlighting areas for professional reflection and opportunities to strengthen safeguarding responses. ২৪ আগস্ট, ২০২৩ Published: Read review Unexplained Deaths (under 1s) This briefing explores recommendations from case reviews, emphasising the need for robust safeguarding practices and multi-agency collaboration to prevent future tragedies. ২১ জুলাই, ২০২২ Published: Read review LCSPR: Emily & Jack Following a tragic incident where a three-month-old baby girl, referred to as 'Emily', was killed by her mother, a serious case review was conducted and identified the need for improvements in local agency information sharing. ২১ জুন, ২০২০ Published: Read review National Review: John Smyth QC The CSCP Independent Scrutineer reviewed the Church of England's safeguarding practices to ensure robust protection for vulnerable individuals. ৮ এপ্রিল, ২০২৫ Published: Read review National Referral Mechanism The document provides information on the National Referral Mechanism (NRM) in the UK for identifying and supporting victims of modern slavery. ২১ নভেম্বর, ২০২৪ Published: Read review LCSPR: Serious Youth Violence This briefing summarises the thematic review which examined the cases of seven children/young people who were involved in the killings of three other children in 2021. The review highlights the voices of the affected families, practitioners, and community members. ২৬ জানুয়ারী, ২০২৪ Published: Read review Information Sharing Guidance for practitioners and organisations in understanding how to share personal information lawfully and appropriately, ensuring compliance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR. ২৪ আগস্ট, ২০২৩ Published: Read review LCSPR: Carl & Max This briefing examines the tragic case of 16-year-old Carl, who was fatally stabbed, and highlights issues such as homelessness, neglect, and a disrupted education. ২৫ ফেব্রুয়ারী, ২০২২ Published: Read review LCSPR: Vulnerable Adolescents In the summer of 2017, three Croydon teenage boys known to social services lost their lives. The CSCP agreed to conduct a thematic review that would determine whether there were any patterns in the children’s experiences. ১৪ ফেব্রুয়ারী, ২০১৯ Published: Read review

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Information on the procedures followed when a child dies, including review processes and support for families and professionals. What happens when a child dies We understand that reporting the death of a child is an incredibly difficult and sensitive task. Thank you for taking this important step to help ensure the right support and learning can follow. If you are a professional needing to report a child’s death, please complete the eCDOP form so that the appropriate agencies are notified and the necessary review processes can begin. Once submitted, a coordinator will contact all professionals and agencies who were involved with the child or family. Those identified will be sent a reporting form to complete and return as soon as possible to support the review process. If abuse or neglect is suspected as a possible cause of death, the Child Death SPOC will inform the Head of Safeguarding for Children and Business Manager of CSCP who will then log a Serious Incident Notification . Child Death Reviews The Child Death Review process applies to all children, defined by the Children Act 1989 as individuals under 18 years of age. A review should be conducted for every child death, regardless of the cause. This includes the death of any live-born baby for whom a death certificate has been issued. Croydon is part of the Southwest London Child Death Overview Panel (SWL CDOP), which also includes the boroughs of Sutton, Merton, Wandsworth, Richmond, and Kingston. All child deaths of Croydon residents will be reviewed by Croydon / SWL CDOP. Prior to review at the SWL CDOP, there will have been a Joint Agency Response (JAR) meeting IF the JAR criteria is met. This must be held within 5 working days of a child’s death. The Joint Agency Response meeting is chaired by the Designated Doctor for Child Death Reviews. Joint Agency Response (JAR) criteria are set out in Working Together 2023 . A JAR is required if a child’s death: is or could be due to external causes is sudden and there is no immediately apparent cause (including sudden unexpected death in infancy/childhood) occurs in custody, or where the child was detained under the Mental Health Act occurs where the initial circumstances raise any suspicions that the death may not have been natural occurs in the case of a stillbirth where no healthcare professional was in attendance. All child deaths will be subject of a Child Death Review Meeting (CDRM). The CDRM is chaired by a Consultant Paediatrician from Croydon University Hospital. This is the multi-professional meeting that takes place prior to the child death review partners review (SWL CDOP). At the meeting, all matters relating to an individual child’s death are discussed by professionals involved with the case. Learning from cases will be published in an annual report this data is also shared with the National Child Mortality Database. Child Death Reviews The CDOP Process Guidance for professionals What professionals need to complete Professionals who receive a reporting form are asked to review their agency’s case records for the child or family members. Any information known to them or their organisation should be included on the form. If certain details are not available, please make a note of this on the form, rather than leaving any sections blank. Supporting guides Please read the following useful guides: eCDOP B Report Form User Guide (PDF, 463KB) Child Death Reporting Form Flowchart (PDF, 107KB) For further detailed information about child death reviews read the child death review statutory and operational guidance . Croydon SPOC for Child Deaths contact details Email: CDOPCroydon@croydon.gov.uk Resources South West London CDOP Annual Report 2023-24 Samaritans Bereavement Support Lullaby Trust National Child Mortality Database (NCMD) Guidance