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Definition of sexual abuse Sexual abuse is when a child is forced or persuaded to take part in sexual activities.

The impact of bullying in sport Bullying behaviours can cause negative experiences for children and young people taking part in sport.

Children First – Child Wellbeing and Protection in Sport Website: childrenfirst.

Details of upcoming webinars, and webinar recordings and resources from our past online events.

Allies in sport help foster support, amplify marginalised voices, promote inclusivity, and serve as role models.

Safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance relevant to professionals working with children and young people in sports settings.

Throughout the career of a young person on the talent pathway, parents and carers who are positively involved play a key role in their health and wellbeing as well as their overall success.

We're always pleased to respond to enquiries or provide advice around safeguarding children in sport.

Safeguarding standards provide a benchmark to help those involved in sport to make informed decisions, promote good practice, raise lower-level concerns and help to create a safe sporting environment for everyone.

Building and embedding safeguards Creating a safeguarding plan Using an effective safeguarding plan enables clubs, activities and organisations to meet their safeguarding responsibilities by setting out the work being done to make activities safer for everyone.

Digital resilience is crucial for navigating the connected world safely and confidently.

All young people have the right to enjoy sport, free from all forms of abuse and exploitation, and to be involved in decisions affecting them.

The role that parents and carers play in their child’s sporting life is vital in helping them to thrive and to achieve their full sporting potential, whilst feeling safe and supported.

Definition of neglect Neglect is not meeting a child’s basic physical or psychological needs.

The following resources can help you to involve children and young people with decision making within your sports club or activity.

Starting and maintaining the life of a performance or pathway athlete can be exciting, but also daunting, as it takes time to adjust and learn how to balance training with all the other things in life.

Keeping Your Child Safe in Sport is our national campaign aimed at getting parents involved in their child's sporting life. For 2025, Keeping Your Child Safe in Sport will be taking place between 6th - 10th October 2025. 

What is contextual safeguarding. Find out why it is important in order for you to help protect your young participants.

A wide range of resources are available to help you make your sport or activity more accessible for all children and young people.

Third-party use of facilities There are a few key points to consider when determining supervision levels and responsibilities for third-party users of facilities.