Personal Safety

TEACHING CHILDREN TO KEEP THEMSELVES SAFE AND PROTECTED AT ALL TIMES

Safeguarding and the welfare of children is paramount at Chesswood. We deliver a child-centred, comprehensive curriculum, as well as providing a supportive and experienced pastoral team, to enable children to make the right choices about their own safety and to have the confidence to speak out when something is wrong.

** NOTE: We advise that parents and carers spend time with their children when looking at these resources to aid their child's understanding and comfort. Significant discussions can result from such material, which can further support and reassure young people.

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NSPCC - Talk PANTS with Pantosaurus and his PANTS song This video is appropriate for children aged 7-11. The NSPCC introduce Pantosaurus - a pant-wearing Dino! He wants every child to stay safe and strong, just like him, and he's on a mission to share an important message.
The Underwear Rule: Parents' tips for talking PANTS Parents share their tips on using the NSPCC's Underwear Rule guide. Hear how they had simple conversations with their children about keeping safe. Teach your child the Underwear Rule. Get your free guide www.nspcc.org.uk/underwear
my body belongs to me This video is appropriate for children aged 7-11. This animated film gives advice on what to do if someone touches a child in their private parts - who to tell and what to say. It teaches children to feel strong and confident, knowing that their body and personal space is theirs and theirs alone.
My Body Safety Rules - 5 things every child should know This video is appropriate for children aged 7-11. The animation gives children 5 tips to keeping safe, including choosing adults to trust and not to keep secrets that make them feel uncomfortable.
consent for kids This video is appropriate for children aged 7-11. The animation teaches children the rules of consent and body autonomy. **WARNING: Although the video is appropriate for children aged 7-11, watch it with an adult as the video on YouTube includes comments underneath that we can't monitor or disable.
consent and communication This video is appropriate for children aged 7-11. The animation teaches children the rules of consent and effective, clear communication. **WARNING: Although the video is appropriate for children aged 7-11, watch it with an adult as the video on YouTube includes comments underneath that we can't monitor or disable.
Safety in the street: Parentchannel.tv This video gives tips and advice on how to keep children safe on the streets if they're out and about without an adult, including what to do and who to go to if they get lost.
childline - link to website Childline is here to help anyone under 19 in the UK with any issue they’re going through. You can talk about anything. Whether it’s something big or small, our trained counsellors are here to support you.

The following links are aimed at parents and carers and offer advice and information on keeping children safe:

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nspcc - keeping children safe Parenting can be rewarding, but it can also be challenging. The NSPCC has parenting tips for all stages of your child's life, as well as advice on how to deal with difficult situations.
ceop - child exploitation and online protection If you are worried about potential online communication, abuse or grooming, CEOP offer advice, support and the opportunity to report something you are not comfortable with.
barnardo's Whether in the home, at school, online or in the local community, Barnardo's supports children and young people who have been abused and helps them feel safe again.
advice and information for parents on domestic violence This document, from Young Minds, offers parents and carers advice on how to support children who are being or have been affected by domestic violence. At the end of the document, there is a list of other helpful links to other groups and charities.
10 Ways to Teach Your Child the Skills to Prevent Sexual Abuse This American article from the Child Mind Institute outlines 10 ways to help your child keep themself safe, including introducing family code words, using the correct vocabulary early on and having a no-secrets policy.
Body Autonomy - Prevent Child Sexual Abuse This video shows families discussing consent and body autonomy. It is appropriate for children aged 9-11, but better if they are accompanied by an adult, for their own comfort.