On Monday 28^th April 2025 our school assembly focussed on the Speak out Stay safe message. This was delivered in an interactive way by Mrs Edwards with the help of the NSPCC mascot Buddy. Please take some time to speak to your child about him.

If you would like to know more about the Speak out Stay safe. programme you can find information on the NSPCC website www.nspcc.org.uk/speakout

In the assembly, we talked about how Buddy is a speech bubble because we believe children should speak out if they have any worries. The assembly explains that all children have the right to speak out and have their views taken seriously, be kept safe and get help when they need it.

We told a story about Sam. The story demonstrated the importance of speaking out about any worries a child may have. We explained the different forms of hurt in a simple age-appropriate way so children understand when something is not right.

As part of the assembly, children thought about safe adults who may be good to talk to, both in school and out of school. Children also learned about Childline and how they can get in contact if they are worried or need to talk.

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 https://www.nspcc.org.uk/parents 

Childline
Childline, which is a service just for children and young people, can be contacted on the following number- 0800 1111
https://www.childline.org.uk/get-support/contacting-childline/