The Academy and Development Schools take the issue of child protection very seriously and are committed to ensuring the welfare and safety of children in their care. The welfare of children is and will always be the paramount consideration in any action or decision.

We believe that every child and young person who plays football should be able to do so in an enjoyable and safe environment free from harm or abuse.

All staff have been vetted and screened and have received training in child protection issues

The designated Child Protection Officer for the Academy and Development Schools is Mark Fogarty. He can be contacted on telephone number 0777 8851692 or 0121 744 0777.

All children and young persons have a right to be protected from abuse regardless of their age and gender, disability, culture, language, racial origin, religious beliefs or sexual identity.

Mark Fogarty's Soccer Academy and Development Schools have adopted and operated within the guidelines of the football association and the earlier child protection committee of the Social Services.

For a full copy of our child protection policy please contact Mark on any of the above numbers.

The Academy and Development School agree to provide:

• A safe environment in which the player can learn and develop without fear of abuse
• Monitoring and support for the player
• A structured football learning programme appropriate to the age, ability and growth of    the player
• Participation in football matches as and when arranged
• Trained, screened and qualified coaches and other staff where required
• Guidelines and reports to the player and parents on the best ways to contribute    towards the players football and personal development
• A code of conduct and rules for the Academy and Development Schools

The Player agrees to:

• Attend the Academy or Development School regularly and punctually, behave with self    discipline and give notice of and reasons of any absence
• Practice the technique and skills taught by the Academy and Development Schools    staff and attempt to apply them in matches
• Participate in football matches outside the normal Academy and Development School    hours as specified
• Follow a lifestyle approach to development - spending leisure time positively eating,    drinking, relaxing and sleeping sensibly
• Adhere to the clubs code of conduct and rules for its Academy and Development    Schools

The Parents/Guardians Agree to:

• Encourage and help the player meet targets
• Support the player without pressure, praise good work and refrain from criticising    lapses
• Set a good example to the player
• Communicate with the Academy and Development staff, keeping them informed about    matters affecting the player
• Permit the player to play in football matches arranged outside of normal Academy or    Development School training times
• Adhere to the school’s code of conduct and rules for its Academy and Development    Schools

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