How to get help for a child

Children play with fire for a variety of reason, but without help and guidance, firesetting behaviour can increase and lead to more serious consequences.  

Do you need help?

Are you worried about a child or young person who plays with fire?

London Fire Brigade’s Firesetters Intervention Scheme (FIS) is a specialist team trained to deal with children and young people who have lit fires or play with fire.

Our specialist team offers free tailored, one-to-one fire safety education for children and young people, as well as support and advice for parents and carers. Since our launch in 2001, we have received nearly 4,000 referrals, helping to reduce deliberate fires and address fire safety concerns in all 33 London boroughs.

Making a referral

Who can refer?

If you have noticed any of the tell-tale signs of firesetting please do not ignore them. Early intervention is vital in changing a young person's behaviour and really can save lives. We take referrals from:

  • Parents and carers
  • Schools
  • Police
  • Children’s Services
  • Youth offending teams
  • Other professionals

Important info

We require the permission of a parent, carer or guardian before working with any child or young person. We cannot take referrals from outside the Greater London area.

Contact Firesetters Intervention Scheme (FIS)

Looking to refer an adult?

Fill in the Home Fire Safety Checker, and if they're eligible, they'll get a home fire safety visit

Home Fire Safety Checker (HFSC)

Use the form below to refer a child or young person living in Greater London.

You can also email firesetters@london-fire.gov.uk or call 020 8555 1200 (extension 30842 or 30841).

Make a referral

Referral details
We work with children and young people up to the age of 18. There is no lower age limit.
This is the place to tell us more about what's causing concern.
You must have permission before refering

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Extra help and information

Firesetters Intervention Scheme leaflet

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