Advice for Children and Young People

Sport is fun! It gives you the opportunity to make new friends and try out new activities.

If your fun has been spoilt by an adult who has done or said things to hurt or frighten you or a friend it is really important that you tell someone so that they can help you.

Tell an adult you trust as soon as possible. This could be; a parent or someone else in your family; another member of staff at the sports club; a teacher or school counsellor; your doctor or school nurse.

Your club should have a child protection officer. Find out who they are and tell them about your worries. 

Childline – Dial 0800 1111. It is a free, 24-hour helpline for children & young people, you can call them about any problem, at any time – day or night.

Helpful local numbers for children’s social care teams:

• Darlington – 01325 346867
• Hartlepool – 01429 284284
• Middlesbrough – 01642 726004
• Redcar and Cleveland – 01642 771500
• Stockton – 01642 527764
• Out of office contact for emergencies – 08702 402994
• Local police child protection teams – 01642 326326

In an emergency dial 999

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