Our Commitment to Safeguarding

Your peace of mind matters.
Leon’s DBS is registered with the DBS Update Service, allowing care homes, SEN groups, and schools to verify 
his certificate quickly and securely.
DBS Certificate Number: 001960656317
Date of Birth (DD/MM): 1308

All Goats on Tour visits are delivered with kindness, professionalism, and full safeguarding awareness We follow clear safeguarding principles to ensure every visit is safe, positive, and appropriate:

•     Respect and dignity first — every person is treated with kindness, patience, and understanding.
•     Person‑centred interactions — we adapt each visit to suit the needs, abilities, and comfort levels of your residents or pupils.
•     Clear professional boundaries — all interactions remain appropriate, safe, and in line with your setting’s safeguarding policies.
•     No pressure, no rush — individuals can engage as much or as little as they wish.
•     Risk‑aware practice — we work closely with staff to ensure safe handling, movement, and positioning of animals around vulnerable individuals.

 Animal Welfare & Handling Standards
Our goats, Bertie and Dex, are calm, friendly, and used to being around people of all ages and abilities.
We ensure:
•     Safe, controlled handling at all times
•     Clean, well‑maintained equipment
•     Regular health checks
•     Strict hygiene procedures before, during, and after visits
•     No forced interaction — goats and people engage naturally and gently
Animal welfare is central to everything we do.

 Professional Conduct
Leon brings years of experience working in sensitive, professional environments, including care settings and community support roles.
This background shapes the way Goats on Tour operates:
•     Clear communication with staff
•     Respect for routines, personal space, and individual needs
•     Awareness of dementia‑friendly and SEN‑friendly approaches
•     Calm, reassuring presence
•     Consistent reliability and punctuality
We aim to complement your care, not disrupt it.

Working Together
Before every visit, we work with your team to understand:
•     The needs of your residents or pupils
•     Any mobility, sensory, or behavioural considerations
•     The best space for the session
•     Any individuals who may benefit from quieter, one‑to‑one interaction
Our goal is to create a safe, joyful experience for everyone involved.