About the Training Platform

The training platform is funded by the Croydon Safeguarding Children Partnership (CSCP), an independent body that is separate from the Local Authority. Its mission is to support and strengthen safeguarding practices among professionals working with children and families across Croydon.

To promote consistency and shared standards in safeguarding, this resource has been extended to external safeguarding agencies. However, access for non-Council organisations incurs a booking fee, which helps sustain and maintain the quality of the training programme.

Why Are Fees Charged for Training?

Fees help cover:

• Trainer costs and specialist expertise

• Platform maintenance and development

• Administrative support and coordination

• Access to updated safeguarding resources and materials

By contributing to the cost, external agencies help ensure the programme remains robust, consistent, and available to all professionals who play a role in safeguarding children in Croydon.

Selecting the wrong organisation may result in your account being suspended or reassigned to the correct organisation. If you're unsure, please check with your manager or training coordinator before completing registration.

How to Choose the Correct Organisation

Use the descriptions below to guide your selection:

Early Years & Family Support

For professionals working with young children in early education or care settings:

• Childminder / Home-Based Childcare – Individuals providing childcare from their own home.

• Nursery (Private) – Privately run nurseries offering early years education.

• Ofsted-Registered Childcare Provider – Providers registered with Ofsted to deliver childcare services.

• Pre-School – Settings offering part-time early education for children before they start school.

Education (Independent)

For education providers not managed by the local authority:

• Montessori – Settings using the Montessori method of early education.

• Primary School (Independent) – Independently funded primary schools.

• Private Tutoring – Individuals or companies offering one-to-one or small group educational support.

• Secondary School (Independent) – Independently funded secondary schools.

Home Office

For organisations contracted to provide services under Home Office schemes:

• Asylum Seeker Initial Accommodation Provider – Providers offering temporary housing for asylum seekers.

Other

For organisations that don’t fit into the above categories:

• Central Government – Employees of national government departments.

• Local Business – Businesses operating within the borough with safeguarding responsibilities.

• Other LSCP – Staff from other Local Safeguarding Children Partnerships.

• Private Hire: Transport – Transport providers contracted to support children and families.

• Self-employed – Freelancers or consultants working independently.

• Safeguarding Interest – Individuals attending due to professional or voluntary safeguarding interest.

Residential / Supported Living

For organisations providing care and support in residential settings:

• Care Agency – Agencies providing domiciliary or live-in care.

• Children’s Care Home – Residential homes for children in care.

• Fostering Service – Organisations supporting foster carers and placements, unless approved by Croydon Council.

Sports & Outdoor Recreation

For organisations offering structured recreational or educational activities:

• Duke of Edinburgh Award Provider – Providers delivering DofE programmes.

• HAF Approved Provider – Organisations approved under the Holiday Activities and Food programme.

• Holiday Club – Clubs offering activities during school holidays.

• Outdoor Adventure Centre – Centres offering outdoor physical and team-building activities.

• Outdoor Education Provider – Providers delivering nature-based or experiential learning.

• Sports Academy – Programmes focused on athletic development and training.

• Sports Centre – Facilities offering sports and fitness activities.