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Helpful Contacts

Listed below are various contacts that may be helpful to you.

The FA/NSPCC Helpline

Tel: 0808 800 5000.

This is a 24 hour free and confidential telephone helpline thatb provides counselling, information and advice to anyone concerned about a child or young person at risk of ill treatment or abuse.  For those with a hearing difficulty there is a text telephone number: 0800 056 0566.

Ann Craft Trust

The Ann Craft Trust is a national association which deals with the protection of learning disabled adults and children from sexual abuse.  It also provides support for families and survivors.

To visit the website please click here.

Bullying UK

Bullying UK is the new name for Bullying Online which was founded in 1999. This charity website is designed for children and parents who are faced with dealing with bullying giving practical advice and guidance.

To visit the website please click here.

ChildLine

45 Folgate Street, London, E1 3GL.  Telephone: 0207 650 3200. www.childline.org.uk.  Free national telephone helpline for children 24hrs 0800 1111.

Child Protection in Sport Unit

A central point for sports organisations in relation to child protection in sport.  The Child Protection in Sport Unit website is a specialist unit jointly funded by the NSPCC and Sport England.  Their website is designed for use by anyone involved in sport or child protection, it is informative with sections on Home, Parents, Children, Organisations and Professionals.

To visit their website please click here.

Criminal Records Bureau

The CRB is an Executive Agency of the Home Office set-up to help organisations make safer recruitment decisions. The website will provide you with an overview of the CRB and its services.  To visit the website please click here.

Every Child Matters

Every Child Matters sets out the Government’s approach to the well-being of children and young people from birth to age 19.

To visit the website please click here.

Kidscape

A Charity for children that runs a helpline and training events and has collaborated on many child protection initiatives.

To visit the website please click here.

Think U Know

A website designed by young people for young people.  With simple helpful tips for 5-7 year olds, 8-10 year olds and 11-16 year olds on how to stay safe online.

To visit the website please click here.