Thank you for supporting our new animation, brought to you in partnership with Children 1st. The animation aims to help parents and carers discover what they need to know, and do, to help keep their child safe in sport.
You can find below a series of assets for use across your club or schools digital platforms to help parents and carers access the information they need.
How to support the animation
- Email your school or club's parents/carers to let them know about the animation - suggested text for this has been provided below.
- Add a link to the animation to your school or club's website.
- Add a link to the animation to any newsletters or induction packs you send out to parents/carers.
- Share a link to the animation across social media platforms using the #ChildSafetyinSport – assets and suggested text are available below.
- Retweet/share the sportscotland and Children 1st #ChildSafetyinSport social posts.
Video
"Keeping your child safe" animation (YouTube)
Social media images
Example social media copy
Facebook example post 1
📣 Announcement! 📣 Introducing a new animation designed to empower parents and carers with essential knowledge about keeping their children safe during sports activities. 🎥🏃♀️💪
Join us in ensuring the well-being of our students! Let's work together to create a safe and secure environment for our young athletes. 🌟
#ChildSafetyinSport
Facebook example post 1
📣 Announcement! 📣 Introducing a new animation designed to empower parents and carers with essential knowledge about keeping their children safe during sports activities. 🎥🏃♀️💪
Join us in ensuring the well-being of our students! Let's work together to create a safe and secure environment for our young athletes. 🌟
#ChildSafetyinSport
Facebook example post 1
📣 Announcement! 📣 Introducing a new animation designed to empower parents and carers with essential knowledge about keeping their children safe during sports activities. 🎥🏃♀️💪
Join us in ensuring the well-being of our students! Let's work together to create a safe and secure environment for our young athletes. 🌟
#ChildSafetyinSport
Twitter Example tweet 1
📢 Parents and carers! 📢 sportscotland and Children 1st bring you an informative animation on child safety in sports. Discover guidelines and key messages to protect your child. 🎬🤸♀️🔒 Let's prioritize safety together.
#ChildSafetyInSports
Twitter Example tweet 2
⚠️ Calling all parents and carers! Discover a new animation, created by sportscotland and Children 1st, providing valuable insights into keeping your child safe during sports. Visit our website to access this essential resource. #ChildSafetyInSports
Example tweet 3
🌟 Attention Parents! Check out this new animation focused on child safety in sports. Let's ensure our young athletes thrive in a secure environment. Watch the animation and access the toolkit . #ChildSafetyInSports
Instagram example 1
🌟 Parents & Guardians 🌟 We're excited to present a new animation, developed by sportscotland and Children 1st, designed to keep your child safe while participating in sports. 🎥🏆
Swipe ➡️ to catch a glimpse of what you should know!
#ChildSafetyInSports
Instagram example 2
🚨 Attention Parents! This brand new animation, created by sportscotland and Children 1st, will empower you with valuable knowledge about keeping your child safe during sports activities. Swipe ➡️ to catch a glimpse of what you should know! 🎬🔒💪 #ChildSafetyInSports
Example newsletter copy
We are thrilled to share a new animation, created by the partnership of sportscotland and the renowned charity, Children 1st. This engaging animation has been specifically designed to provide you with the essential information you need to ensure your child's safety while they participate in sports.
At [School/Club Name], we understand the significant role that sports play in our children's lives, fostering their physical health, social skills, and personal development. However, it is crucial that we, as parents and carers, are well-informed about the potential risks associated with sports activities and how we can actively safeguard our children from them.
Example email copy
Subject: Introducing a new animation: Keeping your child safe in sport
Dear Parents and carers,
We hope this email finds you well after enjoying the summer break. As a school that deeply values the safety and well-being of our students, we are excited to share an important resource with you today.
We are thrilled to share a new animation, created by the partnership of sportscotland and the renowned charity, Children 1st. This engaging animation has been specifically designed to provide you with the essential information you need to ensure your child's safety while they participate in sports.
At [School/Club Name], we understand the significant role that sports play in our children's lives, fostering their physical health, social skills, and personal development. However, it is crucial that we, as parents and carers, are well-informed about the potential risks associated with sports activities and how we can actively safeguard our children from them.
We invite you to explore this animation with your child, as it offers an engaging and educational experience for both of you. By watching the animation together, you can initiate important conversations about safety, reinforce good practices, and empower your child with the knowledge they need to protect themselves while enjoying sports.
To access the animation and the accompanying toolkit, we have created a dedicated page on our school website. You will find the animation, a detailed overview of its content, discussion points for further exploration, and additional resources to support your understanding.
Thank you for your continued partnership in safeguarding the well-being of our students.
Warm regards,
[Your Name]
[Your Position]
[School Name]