Reporting a concern/incident
Who can raise/report a concern to the welfare team?
Anyone can speak to our welfare team; this includes gymnasts, parents, coaches, management or general public.
Please be aware that all conversations are kept confidential, however if any information is disclosed to the welfare team, they will need to log this and act appropiately. This may result in the Welfare Officer speaking with other members of the team or Regional Welfare Officers etc.
What can I speak to the welfare team about?
You can speak with our welfare team about virtually anything, even if you don't think it is related to gymnastics and/or the Academy.
You may wish to speak with the team about:
- Safeguarding matters
- Child protection concerns
- Training issues
- Issues at home
- Individual circumstances
- Emergency contact details and arrangements
How can I report a concern to the welfare team?
You can report any concerns or incidents to the welfare team via:
- Emailing as much detail as possible to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Speak to a member of the welfare team in person
- Completing a Welfare and safeguarding incident/concern form which can either be posted into the welfare post box or emailed to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
If you feel that your concern can’t be dealt with by a member of the NGA welfare team then you can contact either the Regional Welfare Team or the Integrity department at British Gymnastics.
British Gymnastics - welfare and safeguarding procedures
British Gymnastics safeugarding policies, procedures, reporting forms and process can be found on their website
Notts Gymnastics Academy has an open-door policy and that if you are feeling unsure or concerned (or even have an 'odd feeling’ about something) we would encourage you will speak with our experienced welfare team prior to contacting British Gymnastics.
