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23-02-2024

Child Safety Week 2025

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Safety is for sharing: Protecting children through collective knowledge

From Monday, 2 June to Sunday, 8 June 2025, the UK marks Child Safety Week, an annual awareness campaign coordinated by the Child Accident Prevention Trust (CAPT). This vital initiative shines a spotlight on the preventable accidents that affect the lives of children and families nationwide. The 2025 theme, “Safety is for sharing”, carries a powerful message: by sharing expert advice and practical tips, we can create a ripple effect of safety that protects children everywhere.

Understanding the need for Child Safety Awareness

Every year, thousands of children are seriously injured in accidents that could have been prevented. These include:

• Burns and scalds from hot drinks or kitchen appliances
• Falls from windows, stairs, and playground equipment
• Choking, suffocation, and strangulation hazards
• Poisoning from household cleaners and medicines
• Drowning incidents in bathtubs, pools, or even garden ponds.

For many families, a serious accident can happen in a split second, and the consequences can be life-changing. Child Safety Week aims to empower parents, carers, educators, and health professionals with the knowledge and tools they need to help prevent these incidents before they happen.

Theme focus - “Safety is for sharing”

The 2025 theme, “Safety is for sharing”, encourages us to think beyond our immediate circles. It’s not just about what we know, it’s about how we share it. Whether it’s a simple social media post, a conversation with a friend, or a safety briefing at work, the more we communicate trusted safety advice, the greater the impact.

This year’s campaign invites everyone to:

• Share real-life stories to highlight common dangers and real consequences
• Spread tried-and-tested safety tips in accessible, jargon-free ways
• Collaborate with local groups, nurseries, and schools to widen reach
• Use digital platforms to amplify key messages and reach at-risk families.

By making safety knowledge go viral, we increase our chances of protecting children in every corner of our communities.

Empowering communities to prevent accidents

Child Safety Week is not only about raising awareness, it’s about building a culture of prevention. Everyone has a role to play:

• Parents and carers can model safe behaviours and child-proof their homes
• Educators and early years staff can incorporate safety into everyday learning
• Healthcare professionals can guide families during check-ups and visits
• Employers can raise awareness among staff through internal communications and training.

Even small actions can have a significant impact on keeping children safe. A timely tip can prevent a serious injury.

How to get involved in Child Safety Week 2025

This year, there are more ways than ever to make a difference:

• Download CAPT’s free resources, including safety fact sheets, posters, and conversation starters
• Use social media to share safety advice using hashtags like #ChildSafetyWeek and #SafetyIsForSharing
• Host child safety workshops at schools, nurseries, libraries, or local community centres
• Promote child safety in your workplace by encouraging staff to take part and bring the message home
• Engage children through fun activities that teach them about risks and how to stay safe.

When everyone takes part, we create a powerful, united voice for change.

Conclusion

As we mark Child Safety Week 2025, let us remember that keeping children safe is not the job of one; it is the responsibility of all. By sharing trusted advice, supporting families, and prioritising training, we can all contribute to a safer world where children can thrive.

Let’s work together to ensure that “Safety is for sharing” is more than a theme; it’s a way of life.

Championing child safety in the workplace - The role of training and compliance

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Our innovative platform, such as ComplyPlus™, provides a streamlined, user-friendly solution for managing training, risk assessments, and reporting - critical components of child safety in professional settings.

With our tailored safeguarding children courses, organisations can:

• Ensure compliance with safeguarding legislation
• Build staff confidence in recognising and responding to risks
• Foster a proactive culture of care and vigilance.

Last updated on 04-06-2025