Girl, 8, allegedly assaulted in school 'kissing club'
Parents sue Sierra Canyon School, alleging their 8-year-old daughter was sexually assaulted in a student-run 'kissing club'. The elite LA institution charges nearly $40,000 a year.
Category : Safeguarding
Nursery Worker Admits Abusing Children in Care
Children's minister promises 'forensic' review after Vincent Chan's 'appalling' crimes at a North London nursery. Discover the government's action plan and support for affected families.
Nursery worker pleads guilty to 26 child sex offences
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson vows to 'root out abuse' after Vincent Chan's guilty plea to horrific assaults on sleeping children. A full safeguarding review is launched.
Teacher Rebecca Joynes snubs hearing over pupil sex offences
Disgraced teacher Rebecca Joynes, 30, failed to attend a conduct hearing after having sexual relationships with two teen pupils and having a baby with one. Follow the latest on this breaking story.
Ex-teacher faces trial for alleged student relationship
Nicole Hernandez, a former Kansas 'teacher of the month', is set for trial over four felony counts for an alleged inappropriate relationship with a 17-year-old student. Read the full details of the case.
Childcare worker charged with 83 new child abuse offences
A former childcare worker in Australia faces 83 new charges for alleged child sexual abuse. The case highlights critical safeguarding failures. Read the full report.
Review: Tusla could not anticipate missing boy's case
An independent review into the disappearance of Kyran Durnin found the incident 'could not have been anticipated'. Read the key findings and new safeguarding measures announced.
Nursery worker admits filming sexual abuse of children
Vincent Chan, 45, pleaded guilty to 26 charges, including sexually assaulting girls as young as two at a north London nursery. He filmed his crimes for 'comedic effect'. Read the full report.
Four Deadly Social Media Trends Parents Must Know
Experts warn parents about four dangerous social media challenges that have turned fatal. Learn the risks of chroming, surfing, blackout and Benadryl trends to keep your children safe online.
Parents sue school over 6-year-old's alleged sexual assault
A North Carolina family is suing a school district for over $25,000, alleging it failed to protect their 6-year-old son from repeated sexual assault by a classmate, despite reports to staff.
Parents sue school over 6-year-old's sexual assault
A North Carolina family is suing a school district, alleging it failed to protect their 6-year-old son from repeated sexual assault by a classmate. Learn more about the case.
Childcare centres to close early for safety training
UK childcare centres will close early five times a year for compulsory staff safety training from February. Learn how this protects children from abuse.
Teacher arrested for inappropriate texts to student
A 22-year-old Florida gym teacher has been arrested and charged with sending obscene material to a 13-year-old student. Discover the full story and the ongoing issue of teacher misconduct.
Melbourne school stabbing: 8-year-old boy attacked
An eight-year-old boy was brutally stabbed at a primary school in Melbourne. Police are questioning an 11-year-old. Follow for live updates.
Missing Football Coach Wanted on Child Porn Charges
The small town of Big Stone Gap is in shock as police search for Travis Turner, a football coach wanted on child pornography charges. Discover the latest on this developing story.
2,400 vulnerable children vanish from UK care
Nearly 2,400 trafficked and asylum-seeking children went missing from UK care last year, exposing major safeguarding failures. Urgent reform is needed to protect them from exploitation.
2,000+ children vanish from UK care yearly
Shocking report reveals 2,400 trafficked and asylum-seeking children went missing from local authority care last year, exposing critical safeguarding failures. Urgent action needed.
Teacher sentenced to 10 years for student sex abuse
Carissa Smith, a former Missouri teacher, receives a ten-year prison sentence for sexually abusing students. Read the full shocking details of the case.
50 Pupils Escape Nigerian School Kidnapping
Fifty students have escaped a mass kidnapping at a Nigerian school, but 253 children and 12 staff remain hostages. Pope appeals for their release. Read the latest.
Mum bans smartphones for all five of her children
A mother of five explains why she won't give her kids smartphones until after their GCSEs, a decision supported by Prince William and child safety experts. Discover the risks.
SafeCall: New Lifeline for UK's Missing Children
Author Andrew O'Hagan backs The Independent's SafeCall campaign, creating a vital helpline for missing people after 30 years documenting heartbreaking disappearances. Donate to help.
Decades of Sexual Abuse at Elite Boarding School Revealed
A disturbing report exposes decades of sexual abuse at Miss Hall's School, where a teacher exploited state consent laws. Prosecutors are reviewing new evidence. Read the full investigation.
Child, 5, found near highway after school exit
Parents demand safety overhaul after their 5-year-old son walked out of his Valencia school, ending up alone near a busy highway. The family's nanny made the shocking discovery.
How stable foster care reduces youth crime rates
New analysis reveals stable foster placements and educational success are crucial for keeping care-experienced youth out of the justice system. Discover the key protective factors.
Teacher fined for messaging pupil and giving alcohol
A former science teacher has been fined after messaging an underage pupil on social media and supplying her with alcohol, including a Christmas card signed with a kiss.
Actor Taheen Modak backs SafeCall for missing children
Actor Taheen Modak supports The Independent's SafeCall campaign, aiming to raise £165,000 to provide a lifeline for the 70,000 children who go missing in the UK each year. Donate now to help.
Parenting expert advice on children seeing porn
Parenting expert advice on what to do if your child sees pornography online. Learn how to have open conversations and protect children's emotional development.
Police launch criminal probe into Presbyterian Church
PSNI confirms criminal investigation into Presbyterian Church safeguarding failures spanning 2009-2022. Victims encouraged to come forward as police pursue accountability.
Girl dies after brutal school punishment for lateness
A 12-year-old girl in India died after a teacher forced her to do 100 sit-ups while wearing her schoolbag for being late. Outrage grows as community demands justice.
Sara Sharif: Council Failures in Preventable Murder
A damning report reveals Sara Sharif's murder was preventable after safeguarding services missed 15 warnings. Surrey County Council apologises for catastrophic failings.
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