Safeguarding
As a member of British Gymnastics we are committed to safeguarding the welfare of all children, young persons and adults at risk in our sport and our aim is to ensure all who participate in gymnastics have a safe, fun, positive experience and are able to fulfil their potential.
Contents:
British Gymnastics Policies
Safeguarding Contacts
Support Agencies
Mental Health
British Gymnastics Safeguarding Policies
British Gymnastics’ Safe and Fair Sport Hub is a gateway to lots of useful information to help everyone involved in gymnastics stay safe and access support when they need it. You can find guides for parents, gymnasts and coaches on the current welfare and safe sport strategies and safeguarding policies.
British Gymnastics - Safe and Fair Sport Hub →
As part of the Reform ’25 action plan developed to address and go beyond the recommendations of the Whyte Review, British Gymnastics, alongside the Home Nations, has committed to reforming the sport of gymnastics in the UK and their policies can be found here:
British Gymnastics - Policies →
Safeguarding Contacts
Club Welfare Officer
Jennifer Page
jennifer@affinityacademy.co.uk
welfare@marriottsgymnastics.com
British Gymnastics Regional Welfare Officer
Nikki Scarfe
east.rwo2@britishgymnastics.org
British Gymnastics Safeguarding Team
Support Agencies
NSPCC
The leading children’s charity in the UK, specialising in child protection and dedicated to protecting children today to prevent abuse tomorrow. They are the only UK children’s charity with statutory powers, which means they can take action to safeguard children at risk of abuse.
Confidential Helpline - 0808 800 5000
NSPCC Child Protection in Sport Unit
Keeping children safe in sport and physical activity
thecpsu.org.uk
Childline
Childline is yours – a free, private and confidential service where you can talk about anything. We’re here for you online, on the phone, anytime. In 2006 they became part of the NSPCC to help even more young people.
Calling Childline is free and doesn’t show up on the phone bill. Contact by:
by calling 0800 1111
by email
through 1-2-1 counsellor chat
Advice for adults - 0800 500 100
Information For Parents
Child Exploitation Online Protection (CEOP)
The Child Exploitation Online Protection (CEOP) team is made up of police officers that observe social networking sites to ensure you are safe whilst on the internet. If you have or have ever had a concern regarding someone on the internet or their behaviour towards you, you can…