Welcome to our page dedicated to Children & Young People.

Please scroll down for loads of information on keeping safe.

Social Services: 01294 310300 or 0800 328 7758 if in the evening, weekend or a public holiday. You can also contact the Police on 101, or if in an emergency 999.

ChildLine Scotland – 0800 1111

Childline

Childline is the free helpline for children and young people in the UK. For further information, click on the link below.

www.childline.org.uk

Young Scot

Young People can find out all the latest goings on in their local area or across North Ayrshire i.e. Helpful Contacts, News, What’s On, SKOOL BUZZ, Discounts etc.

www.youngscot.org

Internet Safety

Child Exploitation and Online Protection centre have a fabulous website you can visit to get loads of advice on keeping yourself safe whether Gaming, using Mobiles, Chatting Online, Podcasts and Blogs. Also look out for the “Eye” Logo at the top right hand of the site where children and young people can report abuse and get the help they need.

www.thinkuknow.co.uk

Bullying?

A fab website with lots of tips for young people.

www.kidscape.org.uk

News

The Scotland’s Commissioner for Children and Young People promotes and safeguards the rights of children and young people living in Scotland. A very useful site!

www.sccyp.org.uk

Domestic Abuse – There’s No Excuse!

When there is domestic abuse in a household it can have a significant impact on the children and young people in that family. Domestic abuse can happen in any family. It can happen to men as well as women.

For help and advice visit: http://www.scotland.police.uk/keep-safe/advice-for-victims-of-crime/domestic-abuse/

ChildLine Scotland – 0800 1111