The basics of safeguarding
In this podcast, we discuss what safeguards sports clubs and organisations should have in place to create a safe environment for all children and young people.
Positive sports parents – supporting talented young athletes
This video for parents looks at how they can prepare and support talented young athletes to achieve to the best of their ability.
The evolution of parental involvement in sport
As part of the NSPCC How Safe 2022 conference, CPSU consultant Jude Toasland led a session looking at how parental involvement in sport has changed over the years.
What to look for in a sports club – a charter for parents
Parents can use this leaflet to help choose the right club or activity for their child. It lists the safeguards that sports bodies should have in place to keep children safe.
Parental involvement in sport – scenarios
These parental behaviour scenarios can be used or adapted by clubs or sports organisations to help coaches and staff understand how they can tackle challenging parental involvement.
Top tips for getting parents involved in your club
This A4 poster has been designed to reach out to coaches and clubs with top tips on how to get started when it comes to involving parents in sport.
Parents in sport – leaflet for coaches
This leaflet can be used by clubs to inform coaches how to work with parents more effectively.
Parenting young people in competitive sport
In the second of our podcasts on parental involvement, we talk about the different situations and challenges parents of children in competitive sport face.
Parents' grass-roots involvement in sport
In this podcast, we hear from two dedicated sports parents who discuss the very different roles they play in their preschool and disabled children's sports.
Improving parent–coach relationships – strategies for coaches
This guidance provides coaches with helpful strategies to follow to improve and manage potential issues between coaches and parents and build a good relationship.