The following websites provide a breadth of information and resources to help parents and carers to keep their children safe whilst using technology and going online when at home.

Click here to access NSPCC Keeping children safe online

Websites for Parents

Click here to access Internet Matters: Comprehensive online safety resources for parents and carers.

Click here to access Parent Zone: Clear advice about popular apps and websites.

Click here to access Share Aware: A NCPCC site which provides straightforward, no-nonsense advice for parents and carers of children aged 8-12.

Click here to access Think U Know: Helpful advice for parents and carers from CEOP (Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre) about how to keep their children safe online.  It also covers the range of concerns parents and carers may have about their child’s online activity and how best to deal with it.

Click here to access Uk Safer Internet Centre: Advice about key e-safety topics like social networking, as well as how-to-guides for setting up internet filters and parental settings.

Internet Matters 

In the links below you will find age specific information for Primary children regarding online safety and how parents can support their children at home, including links to many other relevant websites.

Please click on the links below:

Digiduck Stories https://www.childnet.com/resources/digiduck-stories/ 

Internet Matters Introduction to Cyberbullying Lesson | Digital Matters (internetmatters.org) 

Internet Matters Online Bullying Archives - Digital Matters (internetmatters.org) 

Internet Matters Pre-school (0-5) online safety advice | Internet Matters

Internet Matters Online safety advice for 6-10 year olds | Internet Matters

Internet Matters Pre-teens (11-13) online safety advice | Internet Matters

Websites for Children

Click here to access Interland: A fun online adventure game created by Google to help children learn about the key aspects of online safety.

Click here to access BBC Own It: Support for children to take control of their online life, including help and advice, and inspiration on topics such as friendships, bullying, safety, and self-esteem.

Click here to access Think U Know:  As well as information for parents and carers, Think U Know also has different sections for children that cater to different age groups, so they learn alongside their parents and carers.

Click here to access Childline: Children should be familiar with the Childline website as a source of support for any situation that they feel they cannot manage alone, should they ever feel that a trusted adult is not available to them.  They can either call 0800 111 or chat online via the Childline website.