Choosing a Martial Arts School For Your Child in Edgware, Stanmore or Kingsbury: Why the Sport England Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts ‘Mark’ Matters

The Safeguarding Code In Martial Arts 'Mark'.

If you’re a parent searchining for Martial Arts classes for children in Edgware, Stanmore or Kingsbury, it’s natural to want more than just a place where your child learns punches and kicks. You want a school where they feel safe, supported, and encouraged to grow in confidence.

That’s why Sport England introduced the Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts ‘Mark’—a nationally recognised quality standard that helps families choose safe martial arts schools for kids.

What is the Sport England Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts Mark?

The Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts 'Mark' is an accreditation awarded to martial arts schools that meet the highest safeguarding and child protection standards. It is supported by the Child Protection in Sport Unit and recognised across the UK.

For parents, the Mark is a trusted sign that a school takes child safeguarding seriously—so you can have confidence when enrolling your child in a martial arts programme.

How Do Schools Achieve the 'Mark'?

Martial arts schools must complete a thorough application to achieve the 'Mark', including:

• Submitting safeguarding and child protection policies for review.

• Ensuring all instructors and volunteers hold enhanced DBS checks.

• Appointing a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) trained in child protection.

• Demonstrating that all staff have safeguarding and first aid training.

• Showing clear and accessible procedures for parents to raise concerns.
  

Once awarded, the 'Mark' is valid for one year. To retain it, schools must reapply every year and demonstrate they are still meeting Sport England’s safeguarding requirements.

Five Safeguarding Questions Parents Should Ask Before Choosing a Martial Arts School

Sport England recommends that parents ask these important questions when choosing a martial arts school for kids in Edgware, Stanmore and Kingsbury, you will find these questions on the Safeguarding code in martial arts website:

1. Have the Staff been checked out?

Senshi Ryu Martial Arts Answer: Yes. All Senshi Ryu instructors are DBS (enhanced) checked to work with children, These checks are not just completed once, but repeated regularly to ensure they remain up to date.

2. Does the club have a safeguarding policy?

Senshi Ryu Martial Arts Answer: Our safeguarding policy is available on our website.

3. What happens if there is an accident?

Senshi Ryu Martial Arts Answer: All Senshi Ryu instructors are qualified first aiders, and  other members of our team are also qualified. There is always one first aider on duty at every class. 4. Who can you talk to? Senshi Ryu Martial Arts Answer: Tanya Lenane is our designated welfare officer, responsible for safeguarding. You can find her contact details in our safeguarding policy. 5. What training is there?

Senshi Ryu Martial Arts Answer: Our instructors all receive regular in-house training with regards to teaching, as well as the welfare of our members.

Why Parents in Edgware, Stanmore, and Kingsbury Choose Senshi Ryu Martial Arts

At Senshi Ryu Martial Arts, safeguarding is at the heart of what we do. We are proud to have held the Sport England Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts 'Mark' for three years—demonstrating our long-term commitment to child protection and welfare.

Parents choose us because:

• Their children train in a safe, professional dojo environment.

• Our instructors are qualified, DBS-checked, and safeguarding trained.

• We combine high-quality karate teaching with a family-friendly, nurturing community.
  

When you enrol your child in our classes, you can be confident they’ll develop confidence, focus, and fitness while being safeguarded to the highest national standards.