The NSPCC is releasing new data as it renames its sport safeguarding service, NSPCC Sport, formerly the Child Protection in Sport Unit (CPSU).
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Keeping children safe in summer holiday clubs
In this blog, Joe, talks about the role the NSPCC Helpline can play in supporting staff and volunteers running holiday activities this summer.
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NSPCC Sport: new name, same mission
Celebrating 25 years of safeguarding children in sport, with a name change to ‘NSPCC Sport'.
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Working together for safer sport
Read about the recent Sport Welfare Officer (SWO) Network away day, and how the network can support your sport organisation.
Nov
14
2025
Safeguarding in the High-Performance System Forum
In June 2025 we ran our first ‘Safeguarding in the High-Performance System Forum’, developed in partnership with UK Sport and the Ann Craft Trust.
Oct
29
2025
Safeguarding Lead Support Forum for Wales
Safeguarding leads in Wales explored the impact of gambling and of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) at this month’s Safeguarding Lead Support Forum in Cardiff.
Oct
24
2025
Why parental engagement matters in youth sport
Part of KYCSIS week, this webinar led by Gordon MacLelland explored the impact of parental engagement in shaping positive sporting experiences for young people.
Oct
16
2025
Press release: Keeping Your Child Safe in Sport Week 2025
Press release: Keeping Your Child Safe in Sport Week 2025. Top footballers, Gladiators star, an international swimmer and national sports governing bodies back NSPCC’s Keeping Your Child Safe in Sport Week.
Oct
06
2025
Combat sports: what makes a good club?
We’ve updated our Parent's Hub information, advice and guidance to help parents better understand what makes a good club — especially when it comes to competitions.
Sept
29
2025
Free training about proposed law on reporting child sexual abuse
We’re offering free training from safeguarding experts to help you prepare for the proposed legal requirements for reporting sexual abuse.
Sept
15
2025
Behind the scenes: building a campaign that puts children first
Read our latest blog, describing how planning this year’s Keeping Your Child Safe in Sport Week has been a journey — one filled with collaboration, flexibility, and a deep sense of purpose.
Sept
10
2025
Press release: almost 50% rise in Helpline contacts
Sports clubs across the UK urged to support NSPCC’s Keeping Your Child Safe in Sport campaign after almost 50% rise in Helpline contacts.
Aug
08
2025
Understanding unconscious bias in sport
In this blog we introduce the topic of unconscious bias and our new webinar hosted by the NSPCC senior trainer Ineke Houtenbos.
Jul
23
2025