The Extent of Implementation of the Child-Protection Policy of Public Schools in Bato District, Division of Camarines Sur

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

The main goal of the study is to determine the extent of implementation of the child protection policy of public elementary schools in Bato District, Division of Camarines Sur, S/Y 2014-2015. The research is premised and conceived with particular consideration on the effectiveness of child protection policy of selected schools of Bato District, Division of Camarines Sur. This research hopes to enhance the school's commitment to the development of good practice and sound procedures to maintain zero tolerance and keep children safe in the school.

METHODS

Multiple methods and procedures were used in order to achieve the goals of the study. The research design used was descriptive-evaluative survey method with a validated questionnaire as the primary data gathering instrument, sampling technique, formulation and validation of the instruments used, study procedures and the statistical treatment of the data.

RESULTS

On the extent of implementation of Child Protection Policy, it was generally rated as much implemented. The child abuses complaints among the selected schools of Bato District, the most prevalent one was on bullying, followed by child neglect, corporal punishment, emotional abuse, and sexual abuse. There exists significant difference on the appraisal of the respondents on the extent of implementation of child protection policy since the computed value is lesser than the critical values. The extent of implementation of Child Protection Policy of selected public schools was generally perceived as much implemented by the respondents.

DISCUSSIONS

The results recognized the key role that school plays in the life of a child, schools must ensure that all children feel both safe and protected in this environment. In order for anti-school violence measures to be strictly implemented, the government should appropriate substantial budget allocation. Providing sufficient funds for programs and projects would equate to successful policy implementation as it generates favorable results. The School Handbook on Safeguarding and Child Protection as output of the study must be adapted to promote zero tolerance on any act of child abuse.