Supervising children's sport and activities

Last updated: 03 Dec 2024 Topics: Supervision ratio

This briefing provides guidance about arranging appropriate supervision of children and young people's sports and activities. Meeting supervision ratios forms part of an organisation's duty of care to safeguard children and young people. 

Author: NSPCC Child Protection in Sport Unit
Published: 2024

Contents

  • factors informing supervision ratios 
  • minimum supervision ratios
  • suitable adult supervisors
  • supervision between activities
  • toilet breaks and changing rooms
  • during travel 
  • overnight stays
Download the CPSU briefing (PDF)