Newcastle (Staffs) RUFC

Seal Of Approval

The Rugby Football Union has introduced the Seal of Approval as a method of examining, maintaining and improving the provision of rugby in the youth section of a rugby club.

It aims to recognise the effort and achievement of those clubs that reach and maintain the required standard to meet the various levels of the Seal of Approval.

The Seal of Approval is used to satisfy the Active Sports Club Registration Criteria for those clubs involved in delivery of the Active Sports Rugby Union Programme.

The criteria for the Sport England ‘Safe, Effective & Child Friendly Club’ mark is integrated within the Seal of Approval.

Newcastle's successful application for the RFU Seal of Approval achieved the Sport England ‘Safe, Effective & Child Friendly Club’ accreditation.

The Programme is based upon a three year Level I, Level II and Level III Award system in which a club will be assessed on its ability to provide a safe, effective and child friendly club environment.

Having completed the Seal of Approval Audit and Evidence File, Newcastle has identified activities or areas that require development over the next 12 months. The club has produced a realistic development plan based upon these needs, to acheive a successful accreditation.

By implementing the first year development plan and having the second year plan approved, a club will qualify for Level II status. The same process in year three will lead to Level III status.

The Award is an indication of the quality of provision a club offers, and its commitment to the continued development of young rugby players and confirms accreditation, both from the Rugby Football Union and Sport England.