The Prevent Duty
Throughout Primary Education, we believe that children should be given the opportunity to explore the issues of diversity and understand Britain as a multi-cultural society. As part of our Curriculum we provide a safe learning environment in which children can raise controversial questions and concerns and explore boundaries of what is acceptable regarding their attitude to multi cultural and race issues.
PREVENT forms part of the Goverments counter terrorism strategy and aims to prevent children and young people from getting drawn into terrorism.
There’s a chance that your child may meet people online or visit websites that could lead them to adopting what we consider to be extreme views, and becoming radicalised. Click on the image below to view a very useful link which can help parents and carers to ensure that their children are staying safe online.
Where to get help
The Active Change Foundation (ACF) provide a confidential helpline to prevent British nationals from travelling to conflict zones. 020 8539 2770
The Anti-Terrorist Hotline is where to report any suspicious activity that may be related to terrorism. 0800 789 321
If your child wants to talk to someone in confidence they can call Childline on 0800 1111 or Get Connected on 0808 808 4994 (text 80849)
The Home Office provides advice for parents concerned that their child may be involved in a gang
Mothers against Violence offers advice and support to those who may feel their child is at risk or involved in gun/gang/knife crime. Call them on 08450 662 4867
Muslim Youth Helpline (MYH) is a national award winning charity that provides free and confidential faith and culturally sensitive support services targeted at vulnerable young people in the UK. 0808 808 2008
Parents can call the NSPCC’s free 24/7 adult helpline on 0808 800 5000, email help@nspcc.org.uk or text 88858. You can also contact the Stop it Now! helpline on 0808 1000 900 where you can seek advice anonymously
See it Report it provide information on how to report extremist content through social media channels
If you see any content online related to terrorism, you can report it anonymously to the Counter Terrorism Internet Referral Unit (CTIRU)