Prevent risk assessment

As part of the Prevent duty, you need to assess the risk of pupils being drawn into terrorism. Use the DfE's template and our advice to help you do this.

Last reviewed on 31 March 2025See updates
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  1. You're expected to assess the risk of pupils being drawn into terrorism
  2. Download the DfE's risk assessment template
  3. Examples from schools

You're expected to assess the risk of pupils being drawn into terrorism

You should base your assessment on a shared understanding with partners of the potential risk in the local area.

You should demonstrate:

  • An understanding of the national threat picture
  • A general understanding of the risks affecting children and young people
  • A specific understanding of local risks and the potential impact on your setting or pupils
  • A proportionate response to the level of threat and risk, considering the phase, size and setting type

This is set out in the DfE's guidance on Prevent risk assessments

Read more about your responsibilities under the Prevent duty in our other article. 

Download the DfE's risk assessment template

Adapt the relevant risk assessment (versions for early years, schools and further education providers are available) to your school's specific needs, context and Prevent strategy. 

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