Parents

Here are some questions you might want to ask about a group and its staff.

Staff welcome your interest as many are parents themselves.

• Is the group affiliated to a larger organisation like the Scouts, Guides, Sports Council or Out of School Network?  
  
  
• Is there a named contact within the local authority?
  
  
• Is the group subject to regulation and inspection by an outside body?
  
  
• Is there information available on the groups aims, staff, activities, cost, meeting day(s) and times?

• Is parental consent sought for outside visits, adventure activities etc?
  
  
• Are Criminal Record Bureau (CRB) checks carried out?
  
  
• Are staff trained in child protection?
  
  
• Are there enough staff?
  
  
• Is there guidance for staff behaviour?
  
  
• Can you visit the group to meet staff and see activities?
  
  
• Is there a health and safety policy and insurance?
  
  
• Is there a child protection policy?
  
  
• Have you asked other parents about the group and the staff?