Sample Contingency Plan for Child Protection Policy
School Year 2026–2027
School: San Rafael Elementary School
School ID: 114050
Division: Department of Education – Division of Sorsogon
District: District IV
I. Rationale
The school is committed to ensuring the safety, welfare, and protection of all learners from
abuse, violence, exploitation, bullying, discrimination, neglect, and other forms of harm. This
contingency plan provides procedures and actions to be taken during incidents involving child
protection concerns.
II. Objectives
1. Protect learners from any form of abuse, violence, and exploitation.
2. Provide immediate and appropriate response to child protection incidents.
3. Ensure timely reporting, intervention, and referral of cases.
4. Maintain a safe and child-friendly learning environment.
5. Strengthen coordination among school personnel, parents, and partner agencies.
III. Child Protection Committee (CPC)
Position Responsibility
School Head Overall supervision and decision-making
Guidance Teacher/Coordinator Case management and counseling
School Child Protection Coordinator Documentation and monitoring
Teachers Identification and reporting of incidents
PTA President Parent support and coordination
Barangay Representative Community intervention and referral
IV. Risk Assessment
Possible Incident Risk Level Preventive Measures
Bullying/Cyberbullying High Awareness campaigns, monitoring
Physical Abuse High Reporting mechanisms, teacher vigilance
Sexual Abuse/Harassment High Orientation, safe spaces, referral system
Neglect Medium Home visitation, parent conferences
Online Exploitation High Digital safety education
Peer Violence Medium Conflict resolution activities
V. Response Procedures
A. During an Incident
1. Ensure the immediate safety of the child.
2. Separate the child from the alleged offender if necessary.
3. Provide first aid or medical assistance when required.
4. Inform the School Head immediately.
5. Document the incident using the appropriate reporting form.
B. Reporting and Documentation
1. Accomplish incident report within 24 hours.
2. Maintain confidentiality of all records.
3. Notify parents/guardians as appropriate.
4. Refer cases to proper authorities when necessary.
C. Referral Mechanism
The school shall coordinate with:
Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD)
Philippine National Police Women and Children Protection Desk (PNP-WCPD)
Department of Health (DOH)
Barangay Council for the Protection of Children (BCPC)
Local Government Unit (LGU)
VI. Recovery and Intervention Measures
Intervention Responsible Person
Counseling Services Guidance Coordinator
Parent Conference School Head and Teacher
Home Visitation Teacher and CPC
Referral to Specialists School Head
Follow-up Monitoring CPC
VII. Communication Plan
Concern Person to Contact Timeline
Child Protection Incident School Head Immediately
Parent Notification Class Adviser Within 24 Hours
Referral to Authorities CPC Chairperson Within 24–48 Hours
Follow-up Monitoring CPC Members Weekly/As Needed
VIII. Resources Needed
Incident Report Forms
Child Protection Policy Manual
Emergency Contact Directory
First Aid Kit
Counseling Area
Communication Devices
IX. Monitoring and Evaluation
The Child Protection Committee shall:
Conduct quarterly reviews of reported cases.
Evaluate effectiveness of interventions.
Recommend improvements to child protection programs.
Submit reports to the Schools Division Office as required.
X. Approval
Prepared by:
Child Protection Coordinator
Reviewed by:
Chairperson, Child Protection Committee
Approved by:
School Head
This Contingency Plan shall be implemented in accordance with the Child Protection Policy of the
Department of Education and other applicable child protection laws and regulations.