Alcohol & safer drinking
Every year, young people drink less alcohol. But for some, drinking heavily and getting drunk is still a risk
Every year, young people drink less alcohol. But for some, drinking heavily and getting drunk is still a risk
Oxfordshire is a great place to grow up, be successful, and get the help you need help to get the best start in life.
Cannabis is illegal in the UK and evidence shows it may be particularly risky for young people
Every young person in Oxfordshire has the right to information and guidance about learning and career choices
Child sexual exploitation is a form of child abuse where an adult targets a vulnerable child, often during their teenage years, to sexual abuse them
Having a voice, listening to you, taking you seriously and making friends.
There lots of different kinds of safe, reliable contraception available from your health service
The safety C-Card is a way of getting free condoms and sexual health advice for all young people aged under 25 in Oxfordshire
Before doing anything intimate with anyone else you should have consent – even for kissing
Using digital devices and mobile phones to hurt, annoy or harass people is bullying. Learn how to use digital devices safely and supportively.
Domestic abuse is when someone is being hurt or victimised by their partner. It is a crime.
Children and young people in Oxfordshire can get help if there are issues with drugs or substance misuse
Vaping is an alternative to smoking. There are still risks to health. The safest thing is not to smoke at all.
When you’re being looked after you get extra help to make sure your education continues successfully
If your contraception has failed, you can take steps to prevent getting pregnant, find out how
Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is when a girl’s genitals (private parts) are cut. This is illegal in the UK.
GCSEs and other pre-16 qualifications support your future learning and get you ready for Post-16 learning
Young people who are looked after are provided with help by their workers to understand their care
Children in care have the right to have a say in how they are cared for and have their voice heard
Honour based abuse is illegal in the UK and a serious crime.