safeguarding and protecting children in sport

Herts sports partnership believes that when participating in any sporting activity the safety of all children and young people is paramount. We also believe that sport should be a fun and enjoyable experience where children and young people have the opportunity to try new activies, make new friends and learn new skills. However some children and young people have these experiences spoilt by adults who do or say something that may frighten or harm them.

If you are a Child or Young Person and have a concern?

If you are a child or young person and are worried about something that has happened to you or someone that you know you should

• Tell an adult that you trust. This could be your parents, a family member, teacher or sports club member of staff.
• Make sure that you are not ever alone with the person that has tried to harm you.
• Click here for more Advice for Children
• Contact the NPSCC Child Protection Unit or call - 0808 800 5000
• Or to talk about your concerns contact Childline on - 0800 1111

If you are a parent and have a concern?

If you are a parent there are a number of steps that you can take to ensure that your child feels protected and safe within their sporting environment. As a parent you have the right to check that the sports club that your child attends is safe and secure. For more information

• Download A Guide For Parents and Carers
• Click here for more Advice for Parents

How to report a concern

If you have any type of child protection concerns the most important thing is that your concerns are reported and actioned.

• Download: Steps to report a child protection concern
• Download: Concern Report Form

We also have dedicated child protection officers that can help advise you on the next steps to take

Click here for Herfordshires Designated Herts Sport Partnership Child Protection Officers

Other Useful Contacts

Further information

If you are a sports coach, club or volunteer looking for further child protection advice and guidance please click here.

If you are interested in or need support with local and national policies then please click here.