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Concerns in sport: latest Helpline and Childline insight

Topics: Research Type: Publications

New figures from April 2025 to March 2026 offer a snapshot of how children and adults are using NSPCC services in relation to sport.

DBS checks in sport – guidance

Topics: Safe recruitment Type: Publications

These leaflets, developed by the Disclosure and Barring Service, offer guidance to the sports sector on the eligibility of different roles based on levels of responsibility. 

5 questions to ask your child's sports club

Topics: Parents in sport Safeguarding standards Type: Publications

This poster and video helps parents to ask the right questions when choosing a club for their child.

Don't forget to have fun: a free book for families

Topics: Parents in sport Type: Publications

Don't forget to have fun! is a beautifully illustrated and evidence-based children's book that explores the emotional impact of parental behaviour in youth sports. Free to download.

Safeguarding pocket guide for clubs and physical activity providers

Topics: Community and school sports Type: Publications

Download our accordion-folding, safeguarding pocket guide, designed specifically for sports clubs and activity providers.

Play your part activation pack and resources for sport organisations

Topics: Parents in sport Type: Publications

Download all campaign assets and resources that support the 2025 Keeping Your Child Safe in Sport Week - Play your part.

Final report into child sexual abuse

Topics: Research Type: Publications

In 2022, the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA) published its final report looking at child sexual abuse across multiple organisations.

5 questions to ask contact sport competition organisers

Topics: Parents in sport Safeguarding standards Type: Publications

We've designed these posters to help parents choose the best contact sports competitions for their child.

NSPCC Helpline and Childline data (sport)

Topics: Safeguarding standards Type: Publications

Read the latest statistics and snapshots based on child welfare contacts to the NSPCC Helpline and Childline from 2024/25 where the location of concern was a sports setting or where the person contacting was a sports professional (coach, club staff, volunteer). 

NSPCC helpline posters for sports venues

Topics: Case management Safe use of changing facilities Community and school sports Type: Publications

Download a free NSPCC poster, especially designed for sports clubs and leisure centres to highlight how you can contact the NSPCC helpline with your concerns.

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