- Talk to other parents about their experience of the group - are they confident their children are in safe hands?
- Ask the staff and volunteers if they have been CRB checked and how long they have been involved with the club/group?
- Ask the Police or Local Authority if they have any links with the group?
- Is the club/group well-known in the local community? How long has it existed?
- Ask how many adults will supervise the children, will your child always be with other children and never left alone with an adult or adults?
- What are the changing and toilet arrangements?
- Does the group encourage parents to get involved?
- Has the group produced a written policy which clearly states its commitment to protect the children in it's care from abuse?
- Is it part of a bigger organisation with clear child protection rules?
- Does it state the qualifications and responsibilities of staff and volunteers?
- Is there a qualified first-aider on hand?
Advice On Joining Clubs and Groups
- 30 May 2006
- Child Protection
- Written by Administrator
Before letting your child join any club or group, or sending them on any other kind of organised activity these points should be kept in mind.
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