Advice for Parents and Caregivers
Choosing an Activity Provider
What questions should you ask when visiting an activity provider?
The Poole Family information directory also has good guidance for parents about the questions to ask when looking for a club or activity for their child. Visit their website for more information: poolefamilyinformationdirectory.com
The NSPCC runs the Child Protection in Sport Unit which has a website with a lot of useful information for sports clubs and for parents. Information can be found at cpsu.org.uk
LSCB
Bournemouth and Poole Local Safeguarding Children Board have produced a leaflet for parents and carers with advice on Keeping Children Safe in Education, which is full of useful information and guidance.Keeping Children Safe in Education
Useful Links
Poole Council Family Information Directory
Safe Schools and Communities Team
Dorset Safeguarding Children Board
NSPCC - Clubs and Sports Advice
The NSPCC has recently updated its guidance for parents and carers on how to make sure your children are safe in clubs, sports and other activities. There is a particularly important reference to private tutors with further information about the references and vetting checks you should request.
We hope you find this information useful.
https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/away-from-home/sports-clubs-activities/