NSPCC Speak Out, Stay Safe

                     The NSPCC’s Speak out. Stay safe. programme is visiting our school to make sure our pupils  have the                        knowledge and understanding they need to stay safe from abuse.

                      This is a  nationwide programme for every primary-school-aged child in the UK and Channel Islands.                        With  the help of their friendly mascot Buddy, they’ll be presenting an assembly and workshop to the                         children in our school.

                     "NSPCC has helped me to build the confidence to tell people about my worries and problems."                                Child’s feedback

                      What is the Speak out. Stay safe. programme?

                      Through child-friendly, interactive assemblies and workshops their specially trained staff and                                       volunteers will give our children information about how to keep themselves safe from harm and  how                       to get help if they have any worries, sensitively discussing issues like bullying and sexual abuse,                                    without using scary words or adult language.

                     We have studied the content of the materials and heard from other schools who have participated                                and are extremely confident that they are appropriate for primary-school-aged children. By the  end                      of their visit, we’re convinced children will feel empowered – knowing how they can speak out  and                                stay safe.

                        "This service provides important information in a child-friendly way – it should be made                                           mandatory in all schools. A brilliant service!" Teacher, Wistaston Primary, Crewe

                    If you would like any more information about the NSPCC Speak out. Stay safe. programme,  including                             frequently asked questions, you can find it on the NSPCC website   nspcc.org.uk/schools or please                               come in to speak to us so that we can provide more information.

                      Talking about the Underwear Rule with your children

                     The NSPCC’s work in schools will help encourage conversations about staying safe – and they  have a                         number of child-friendly materials to help you carry on the conversation afterwards. That includes                             ‘The Underwear Rule’, a simple way for parents to help keep children safe from sexual  abuse –                                         without using scary words or even mentioning sex.

                     The guide uses the rules of PANTS to teach children that their body belongs to them and them  alone.                       You can also find out more and download the free resources at this web site.

                       If you’d like to know more about the NSPCC’s work, or take a look at the wide range of  information                               and advice which is available for parents and carers, please visit their website here.