Child Safety
Thinkuknow is an award-winning on and offline safety programme for children and young people, professionals and parents that has been developed by the National Crime Agency’s CEOP Command.
Resources for parents and carers can be downloaded at: www.thinkuknow.co.uk/parents
You can access all NSPCC parental advice on keeping your Child safe online: What is social media? | NSPCC
As a parent or carer you play a key role in helping your child to stay safe online UKSaferInternetCentre have recourses which provide information about Internet Devices, Access and conversation starters which help to understand if your child is being safe online: Parents and Carers – UK Safer Internet Centre
Parent Info provides up-to-date, expert information for parents on a range of concerns they may have about children and young people.
Resources for parents and carers can be downloaded at: https://www.parentinfo.org
The Childline website has lots of valuable information, but one area I like is their Calm Zone. The activities aim to help children feel better when they’re feeling anxious, scared or sad. Although children could be encouraged to visit the website themselves, these are good techniques for adults use with children. Ideas include: breathing exercises, a ‘let it go’ box and creating a ‘sense drawer’.
Their website can be found here: https://www.childline.org.uk/toolbox/calm-zone
Further resources such as Kooth which is the UK’s largest and longest established digital mental health service. They partner with NHS and local authority organisations to deliver game-changing mental health support to young people from age 10 and up. They have many resources providing support and professional help for parents and children. Including free webinars offering valuable insights for professionals and families, providing practical information and guidance on key mental health topics.
Kooth Website: Get in touch with your regional lead to discuss how we can help your population
Kooth Free Webinars: KoothTalks
In October 2020, the government published guidance intended to help parents and carers choose a safer out-of-school setting for their child, including:
- community activities
- after-school clubs
- supplementary schools
- tuition
- music lessons
- sports training