If you suspect a child is being abused or neglected but you have not had confirmation from them you can:

• Keep talking to them – this might encourage them to speak up about what is happening
• Talk to someone yourself – you can call the NSPCC on 0808 800 5000 to report any concerns
• Make notes – keep track of what you are seeing, noticing, certain behaviours or what a child is telling you.
• Ask others – talk to someone else you trust about what you have noticed in a child and ask what they think
• Teachers and health visitors – these professionals may have also noticed the signs and you can discuss how to move forward.