The NSPCC believes that every childhood is worth fighting for. Their friendly Speak out, Stay safe sessions are designed to equip children with the knowledge and understanding they need to stay safe from abuse and neglect. With the help of Speak out. Stay safe mascot, Buddy the speech bubble, trained NSPCC volunteers and staff lead assemblies and workshops that are lively, memorable and child-friendly – and help children feel empowered.
The service is available free of charge to all primary schools, with the option to build in some fundraising to support the NSPCC as part of the visit. Over 80% of Haringey schools have already taken part – but 20% of Haringey primary schools have yet to take part – so would specifically like to reach those schools.
The NSPCC recently visited Rhodes Avenue Primary School, and deputy headteacher Shane Claridge commented on the Speak out, Stay safe programme:
“I would like to thank you and your team for coming into our school and disseminating such important advice. You were incredibly professional and sensitive to the needs of our school. With hindsight, I should have considered watching the programme in another school so that I could have contacted your wonderful organisation earlier. All my groundless fears about how your essential message was going to be construed were immediately dispelled. The success of the programme is testimony to your delivery, organisation and sensitivity. I am thankful for your time and support.”
If your school has not yet taken part, or it has been more than three years since your last NSPCC visit, the NSPCC would love to hear from you. Contact Jenna Lloyd, NSPCC schools service area co-ordinator, at jenna.lloyd@nspcc.org.uk or visit the NSPCC website (external link) for more information and to request a visit.
