Help and advice for parents and carers from the NSPCC Child Protection in Sport Unit

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Help for parents and carers: What is child abuse?; Getting help; Listening to your child; Club safety check; How you can help make sport safe; Setting the right example

Help and advice for parents and carers

NSPCC Child Protection in Sport Unit

Football As a parent you play a very important role in safeguarding your child from harm. The information you provide and the example you set can give them the knowledge and confidence needed to deal with threatening or abusive situations.

It is your right as a parent to be able to check how well a sports club is run, for the sake of your child's safety and your peace of mind.

In this section you can find:

Club safety check with questions to ask when choosing a club for your child and danger signals within a club to watch out for
clear information defining child abuse and common signs of abuse
the importance of listening to your child and how to teach your child about personal safety
how you can help make sport safe for all children and setting the right example
details on getting help if you are worried that a child is being abused or put at risk during sports activities.

Help and advice for parents and carers

NSPCC Child Protection in Sport Unit

For further help and advice, please contact the Child Protection in Sport Unit