PARENTS’ CODE OF PRACTICE –

What will the club expect of you?

ü            Make sure your child has the correct equipment and clothing (including waterproofs/sun hat/sun cream – as appropriate)

ü            Provide your child with a suitable drink

ü            Inform the coach or activity leader of any special requirments your child may have

ü            Inform them of any injury, illness or medical condition and make sure your child has the required medication to hand

ü            Provide them with emergency contact details and inform them immediately should these change

ü            Be punctual when dropping off and collecting your child

ü            If watching the session, always be encouraging and respect all participants, coaches, officials, volunteers and other parents

ü            Take an active interest in your child’s participation and progress in the activity or sport.

Signed: ..................................................................................................  Parent/Guardian

How could you get more involved in your child’s team/club?

Junior sports clubs rely heavily on parents and other volunteers to provide and maintain services they offer to young people.  Most clubs are run by a small number of  volunteers and are extremely grateful for further support, especially from parents.  Getting involved needn’t mean a major commitment and there are many different ways that you could offer support – eg club administration, team management, first aid, umpiring, coaching, looking after kit or providing refreshments.

Why not contact a member of your child’s team/club and see how you can help?