Useful Websites

I am looking for guidance on online safety and privacy settings.

• NSPCC and o2
• Get Safe Online 
• Internet Matters
• UK Safer Internet Centre

I want more information on the social networking sites like Snapchat, MeowChat and Instagram.

• Connect Safely – Parent Guides
• Transl8it – Translate slang used in texting and online
• Net Aware – What is Meow Chat?

How do I look out for the signs of child sexual exploitation?

• Barnardo’s – Spot the Signs

I don’t know how to bring up the discussion around online safety with my children/the children I care for:

• The Family Online Safety Institute

I am looking for resources to show children to explain online safety.

• BBC – Stay Safe

What do I do if I am worried about my child sending explicit photos?

Contact the Gateway Team 9am – 5pm, Mon – Fri on 0300 1234 333 or the Regional Emergency Social Work Service outside of these hours on 028 9504 9999 to discuss your concerns and to seek advice and support. Additional points of references include:

• Safer Internet – A parent’s guide to sexting
• Think U Know – Has your child sent a nude selfie?
• NSPCC – Sexting: Advice for parents