Nearly 2,000 pupils receive advice on reducing anti-social behaviour ahead of summer break
Specialist youth workers from the Commissioner’s office are visiting twenty-five schools to teach safe choices
Specialist youth workers from the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner’s office are collaborating with Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) to teach children how to maintain a safe environment during the upcoming summer holidays.
Danielle Stone's team is conducting sessions in 25 primary schools to educate around 1,800 year six pupils with practical advice on mitigating anti-social behaviour (ASB) and making responsible decisions.
The initiative aims to improve pupils’ awareness of issues like hoax calls and malicious communications, emphasising the impact such behaviours can have on individuals, emergency services, and the environment.
Danielle Stone said: “As schools are gearing up for the end of term, my youth workers are encouraging pupils to think about a few simple steps to keep themselves, their friends, and where they live safe."
Children are informed that reaching the age of 10 means they meet the age of criminal responsibility, which enables legal action and could result in a criminal record.
Little Stanion Primary School's Headteacher Claudia Tate expressed appreciation for the initiative.
She said: “Opportunities like this play a vital role in helping our children understand their responsibilities, make positive choices, and appreciate the impact they can have on others.''
Since its launch in January, the Commissioner’s ASB Early Intervention Team has addressed over 310 referrals from professionals observing concerning behaviour in young people aged 10-17.