Away from home

Starting school or work can be a scary step for both children and parents. We've got advice and tips to help keep them safe - wherever they are.

At school

School can be an exciting place - but lots of things can worry children and parents. We have advice and tips to help.

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At work

Getting a job is a big step and can be a great way of learning more responsibility. We explain the laws that keep children safe at work.

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Sports, clubs and other activities

Training or learning outside of school should be fun and safe. We have advice about finding the right sport club or organisation for your child.

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Hiring a tutor for your child

Safety advice and support for parents thinking about hiring a private tutor to support your child's learning.

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Staying home alone

We have advice to help you decide when your child is ready to be left alone and how to keep them safe when you aren’t there.

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Worried about a child?

Contact our child protection specialists for help, advice and support.

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0808 800 5000

Report a concern

Report Abuse in Education helpline

We’ve launched a dedicated helpline for children and young people who have experienced abuse at school, and for worried adults and professionals that need support and guidance, including for non-recent abuse. Call our new NSPCC helpine, Report Abuse in Education on 0800 136 663 or email [email protected]. 

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Keeping children safe

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Staying home alone

As your child gets older, it's likely they'll want a bit more independence or want to explore alone during the summer holidays. But are they ready to stay home or go out alone?
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Let's talk PANTS

With the help of our friendly dinosaur Pantosaurus, Talk PANTS is a simple conversation to help keep your child safe from sexual abuse.
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Support for parents

Parenting tips and support for dealing with difficult situations.
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Work or volunteer with children and families?

Visit NSPCC Learning for information, resources and training to help you safeguard and protect children and young people across the UK.

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