NSPCC Learning

Our latest CASPAR briefing summarises the requirements of the updated Early years foundation stage (EYFS) statutory framework for England. Updated areas effective from 1 September include: 🟢 whistleblowing 🟢 referencing employees 🟢 child absences. 👉 Read our full summary: https://lnkd.in/djM6pR5S #EarlyYears #EYFS #StatutoryFramework #CASPARBriefing

The NSPCC’s CASPAR safeguarding awareness newsletter brings you the latest child protection news and resources. Here are the highlights from July: 🟢 New data from Childline shows that in 2024/25, there were 4,564 counselling sessions in which young people mentioned loneliness. Read the news story: https://lnkd.in/eYsXX_qc 🟢 The Hydrant Programme published new research on ritual abuse, looking at the nature and dynamics and the harm it causes. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eyN3Sj9c 🟢 Internet Matters published a report looking at how children interact with AI chatbots. Findings highlight concerns about around children using AI chatbots without sufficient safeguards. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/ex3-FPxW Sign up to our CASPAR newsletter to receive news stories and updates straight to your inbox: https://lnkd.in/evjTVcmi #CurrentAwareness #News #Safeguarding

We’ve evaluated our Emotional Resilience programme, part of the Together for Childhood (TfC) initiative in Glasgow. The programme aimed to develop emotional intelligence in children after teachers identified emotional and social impact from COVID-19 restrictions. Key findings include: 🟢 children were able to identify and manage their emotions 🟢 increased peer support amongst children 🟢 increased confidence and skills in teachers. Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/eqQTTxpz #TogetherForChildhood #PrimarySchools #EmotionalResilience

Babies’ experiences and needs differ drastically from those of other children, but the language we use can lead us to overlook these needs and experiences. Our latest Why language matters blog explores the importance of including babies in safeguarding language. The blog explores: 🟢 the impact of the ‘baby blind-spot’ 🟢 the importance of acknowledging the early years 🟢 how to start including ‘babies’ in safeguarding language. Read now: https://lnkd.in/emU4d_iB #WhyLanguageMatters #EarlyYears

🚨 Don’t miss your chance to attend our virtual, trainer-led course on 6 August! There are limited spaces available on our Learning from case reviews training. By completing the training you’ll: 📊 explore recurring safeguarding challenges including disguised compliance and information sharing 💻 gain practical insights to help embed learning into everyday practice 🤝 learn from real-world cases to help protect children and young people 👉 Book your place: https://lnkd.in/eAHUbi66 #LearningFromCaseReviews #VirtualTraining #CPDTraining #ProfessionalDevelopment

Do you feel confident responding to safeguarding concerns? It’s important that safeguarding concerns are taken seriously and acted upon within your organisation. 👉 Our guidance will help you understand the barriers to disclosing and how to respond to disclosures: https://lnkd.in/dU6dpyGe

It’s vital that staff and volunteers feel confident when safeguarding children and young people in their sport. Our elearning course will help you: 🎾 recognise, respond, report and record safeguarding concerns 🗣️ describe how safeguards can be put in place in your sport setting 🏆 apply best safeguarding practices. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eTFeQC8u #SafeguardinginSport #ChildProtection

The Department for Education (DfE) has recently updated Keeping children safe in Education (KCSIE) - its guidance for schools in England. Our CASPAR briefing helps to digest the guidance before it comes into force in September 2025. Changes include: ✏️ DfE’s Working together to improve school attendance is now statutory guidance 💻 guidance around generative AI ✅ changes to the list of content risks under online safety. Read the briefing: https://lnkd.in/e5JYXhxr

What is child criminal exploitation (CCE) and how do you spot the signs it may be happening to a child? Our latest series of expert insight videos explores: 🟢 the different types of CCE 🟢 how professionals can support children and families 🟢 preventative methods. 👉 Watch the videos: https://lnkd.in/eACxcfdu #CountyLines #ChildCriminalExploitation

Do you want to better understand your role in creating a safer culture in your charity? Our charity trustee elearning course will help you: 📘 understand the UK guidance underpinning a trustee’s safeguarding role 🎯 create a safe and trusted organisational culture 🤝 work with, support and challenge your management team to ensure safer practice. 💬 Look at what our course participants had to say about the training! Find out more: https://lnkd.in/ec4wcnAj #CharityTrustees #SafeguardingTraining #CPDTraining