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Standards for safeguarding and protecting children in sport

Our Standards for safeguarding and protecting children in sport (PDF, 15.1MB) are based on current good practice and are informed by legislation and guidance; evidence from research; and experience of what works, drawing from the field of child protection and from sport.

The standards provide a national benchmark of good practice to work towards. They raise awareness and help organisations know what they need to do to protect children involved in sport and to minimise avoidable risks. When implemented fully they should provide parents with increased confidence and peace of mind. Most important of all, they should help create safer environments for children, where they can enjoy and get the very best from their involvement in sport. The standards:

• help create a safe sporting environment for children and young people and protect them from harm
  
  
• provide a benchmark to assist those involved in sport to make informed decisions
  
  
• promote good practice and challenge practice that is harmful to children.
  

Standards for safeguarding and protecting children in sport (PDF, 15.1MB)

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