Commitment to equality and diversity
Starfish Play Therapy is committed to upholding the British Association of Play Therapists (BAPT) Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy, available here: BAPT-equality-diversity-and-inclusion-policy.pdf. We strive to create a welcoming, creative, equitable and inclusive environment where diversity is valued, discrimination and prejudice—whether direct or indirect—are not tolerated, and everyone is supported to achieve their full potential.
Legal framework
Our safeguarding policy is based on the following legislation and guidance:
- Children Act 1989
- United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child 1991
- Data Protection Act 1998
- Sexual Offences Act 2003
- Children Act 2004
- Protection of Freedoms Act 2012
- Children and Social Work Act 2017
- Working Together to Safeguard Children 2018
Principles and practice
We believe that everyone has the right to live free from discrimination, harassment, bullying, and disadvantage. Starfish Play Therapy is committed to fostering a culture of acceptance, respect, and inclusion in all areas of practice. We continually review and develop our policies, procedures, and attitudes to ensure equality of opportunity and to actively challenge discrimination in all its forms.
Ethical standards
Starfish Play Therapy follows the British Association of Play Therapists (BAPT) ethical standards and core competencies, detailed at: Professional Practice – The British Association of Play Therapists (bapt.info).
Last reviewed: August 2026
Next review: August 2027