Childnet International parent and carer guide to supporting young people online

Parenting in a digital world - guide for parents & carers

Technology has become an integral part of children`s lives, enabling them to undertake research for school projects, talk to their friends and access information from around the world. New technology and communications are exciting; they are also rapidly changing and becoming increasingly more sophisticated. To that end, E- Safety has become a very important issue in school to ensure that all children and adults remain safe.

At Viking, we work hard with pupils, parents and staff to create a community which values the use of new technologies in enhancing learning. It encourages responsible use of ICT, and follows agreed policies to minimise potential risks. Our E-Safety policy is monitored and reviewed annually. Through lessons, we ensure that pupils are aware of potential E-Safety risks associated with the use of ICT and mobile technologies. All concerns are dealt with sensitively and effectively so that pupils, parents and staff feel able and safe to report incidents. Likewise, we report back to parents immediately if we have any concerns regarding E-Safety.

Here are some good websites for parents and carers about keeping your child safe.

Click here for parent guides on social media and online games.

Click here for information on protecting yourself online, online shopping and social media.

Click here for information from the NSPCC about keeping your children safe online.

Click here for the ParentSafe website.

• Squid games - parent & carer advice

• LGFL Parent safe website
• Getting safe online flyer
• Online safety advice 
• Setting up a new device safely 
• Social media advice 
• Cyberbullying advice 
• The App store parent guide
• Dangerous APPs part 1          Dangerous APPs part 2
• YouTube parent guide
• Whatsapp parent guide
• Tik-Tok guide (formerly called musical.ly)     Tik-Tok parental controls
• Information about screen addiction
• Roblox information
• Parents guide to live streaming
• Parents guide to grooming
• Guide for parents on FIFA 2018
• Age restrictions and Apps and Social media
• Snapchat parent guide
• Facebook guide for parents
• Fornite guide for parents
• Instagram for parents 
• Mobile phone guide
• Online gaming guide
• Top 10 tips for staying safe online
• Information and online advice