Hitchin Junior Choi Kwang Do encourages parental involvement

Parents are encouraged to watch lessons and gradings to see how well their child is progressing.  We also have a number of parents who assist in the safety and supervision aspect of the lessons.  Parents are encouraged to speak to the instructors should they have any concerns.  All day trips, parties and events are open to parents as well as children.

The child-safe 'Guide for Parents' has been supplied to us by Hertfordshire Police and copies are available for all parents.  Please note, some of the contents may be considered unsuitable for young children and therefore will only be handed to parents in person.

The following is an extract from the above guide :

Before letting your child join any club or group, or sending them on any other kind of organised activity, these points should be kept in mind :

• Talk to other parents about their experience of the group - are they confident their children are in safe hands?
• Ask the staff and volunteers if they have been police checked and how long they have been involved in the club / group
• Ask the police or local authority if they have any links with the group
• Is the club / group well known in the local community? How long has it existed?  Is it known to local schools, churches, health centres, youth and community services?
• Ask how many adults will supervise the children.  Will your child always be with other children and never be left alone with an adult or adults?
• What are the changing and toilet arrangements
• Does the group encourage parents to get involved
• Has the group produced a written policy which clearly states its commitment to protect the children in its care from abuse? Is it part of a bigger organisation with clear child protection rules?  Does it state the qualifications and responsibilities of staff and volunteers?  Is there a qualified first aider on hand?

Once your child has joined the group ......

• Call in from time to time to see what is going on
• Talk to your child about the activities and listen carefully if your child seems reluctant to attend
• Talk to other parents