Blueharts Hockey Club are affiliated with England Hockey and were awarded ClubMark accreditation in October 2022. This recognition confirms that we meet – and strive to exceed – the best practice standards set out by our sport’s national governing body.
Below are links to the England Hockey policies we adhere to. These are reviewed and reaffirmed annually by the Executive Committee. As a club, we are committed to upholding not only the letter of these policies, but also their spirit.
England Hockey believes that all young people have the right to be safe and to enjoy their involvement in hockey. It is committed to promoting their welfare and protecting them from harm. For safeguarding purposes, a young person is defined as anyone under the age of 18.
Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. England Hockey’s safeguarding policy for young people is called SafeGuard – and we encourage all members to read it. Specific sections apply to different roles within the club.
The policy outlines the responsibilities of those who adopt it, how to recognise poor practice or abuse, how to report concerns and includes useful contacts, templates and further guidance.
All hockey clubs, associations, and individuals – regardless of their role or direct contact with young people – are bound by this policy.
Blueharts Hockey Club has formally adopted the SafeGuard policy, and our certificate of commitment is available for all current and prospective members to view.
Blueharts-specific safeguarding processes and reporting procedures are available to members via our Teamo app.
Blueharts also adopts and uses the Respect Code of Conduct and expects all its members, parents, young people, coaches, captains and officials to be aware of it and abide by it.
• Ensure your child is wearing a mouth guard and shin pads during all coaching sessions and matches.
• Inform the club of any changes to the contact and medical details given upon registration.
• Encourage your child to learn the rules and play within them.
• Discourage unfair play, arguing with officials and publicly accept officials’ judgements.
• Help your child to recognise good performance, not just results.
• Set a good example by recognising fair play an applauding the good performance of all.
• Never belittle a child for losing or making mistakes.
• Support your child’s involvement and help them to enjoy their sport.
• Use correct and proper language at all times.
• For U13s; accompany your child to and from the pitch or ensure someone you trust accompanies them.
• If your child has agreed to participate in an event and subsequently becomes unavailable, please telephone the appropriate official as soon as possible.
• Do not use a mobile phone in the changing rooms.
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