Safeguarding
The safety and wellbeing of every child at ShapeUp FC comes first.
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If a child is in immediate danger, call 999. Don't wait to contact the club.
Our commitment
ShapeUp FC follows safeguarding procedures to protect every child who plays with us. Our coaches are UEFA-licensed, FA-accredited and DBS-checked, and are trained to create a safe, supportive environment — on the pitch and during breaks.
Club Welfare Officer
To raise a welfare concern with the club, contact us on 07412 700776 or info@shapeupfc.co.uk and ask to speak to the person responsible for safeguarding.
Reporting a concern
If you are worried about a child, you can also contact these organisations directly:
- The FA Safeguarding Team: Safeguarding@TheFA.com or 0800 169 1863 (leave a message)
- NSPCC helpline: 0808 800 5000 or help@nspcc.org.uk
- Childline (for children and young people): 0800 1111
- Your local police or children's social care team
- Your County FA Designated Safeguarding Officer — see The FA's reporting guidance
Please don't use our website contact form to report a safeguarding concern about a specific child.
Photos and videos
We only publish photos or videos of children when their parent or carer has given consent. We never publish children's full names, dates of birth, schools, home addresses or medical information on this website. If you'd like a photo removed, contact us and we'll remove it promptly.
Children's information
Our website forms collect only what we need to contact a parent or carer. We don't ask for dates of birth or medical information online. Any information needed when a child joins is collected and stored securely by the club. Read our privacy notice.
Respect on the touchline
Fair play and respect are at the heart of the club. We ask players, parents, carers and spectators to support positively, respect referees and coaches, and help make football a safe, enjoyable place for every child.