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Advice for Parents / Carers and the wider community

The internet and digital world is constantly evolving. On our website we have placed a variety of PDF files offering advice to parents on online safety. However, it is often important to visit a high quality website which specialises in online safety for the most up to date advice and procedures.

 

Below is our list of high quality websites which have a variety of tools for parents which can help you keep your child safe online. 

  • UK Safer Internet Centre Website The link above will take you to parent and carer guides. They are updated regularly and offer high quality advice for keeping safe online at home and safeguarding your child.
  • Childnet Childnet International is a registered UK charity that aims to make the internet a safe place for children and young people. Packed with resources it is a great resource for parents.
  • NSPCC The NSPCC are the first to admit that the internet is amazing. Children can play, learn, create and connect - opening up a whole world of exciting possibilities. But with the digital world changing all the time, how can you make sure your child’s staying safe? That’s where the NSPCC come in. Whether you’re an online expert or you’re not sure where to start, their tools and advice will help you keep your child safe.
  • National Online Safety National Online Safety's mission is to make the internet a safer place for children. They aim to do this by equipping school staff, parents and children with the knowledge they need to understand online dangers and how best to react should an incident arise. The link above provides up to date information about a wide variety of social media apps and platforms your child might be using.
  • Internet Matters A comprehensive web resource with a wide array of tips and advice on how to navigate the online world with your child. Some of their guidance we attach below but you can find even more by visiting the link.
  • Thinkuknow Thinkuknow is an education programme from the National Crime Agency’s CEOP Command. Since 2006, it aims to ensure that everyone has access to this practical information – children, young people, their parents and carers and the professionals who work with them.
  • SafetoNet SafeToNet is technology that educates children “in-the-moment” as they use their device. It is a safeguarding assistant that helps them become responsible and safe digital citizens. Its power lies in a smart keyboard that detects risks in real-time. It steers children away from trouble by filtering harmful outgoing messages before they can be sent and any damage can be done.
  • CEOP Child Exploitation and Online Protection (CEOP) is part of the National Crime Agency and their website can be used to report if you are worried about online abuse or the way someone is communicating online.
  • BBC The BBC have a website and app called Own It. The website has a lot of content for children to help them navigate their online lives, and the free smartphone app comes with a special keyboard which can intervene with help and support in the moments that children need it the most.

Devising a Digital Family Agreement Guide

CEOP Family Activity Packs to open up discussions around online safety

Here are some ebooks to discuss online safety with younger children

Advice on Online Safety Issues from nationalonlinesafety.com

Advice on apps, social media and games from nationonlinesafety.com

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