ChildlineChildline is yours – a free, private and confidential service where you can talk about anything. Whatever your worry, whenever you need help, we’re here for you online, on the phone, anytime.
NSPCCThe National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children is a charity campaigning and working in child protection in the United Kingdom and the Channel Islands.
Think U KnowThinkuknow is the education programme from NCA-CEOP, a UK organisation which protects children both online and offline. Explore one of the six Thinkuknow websites for advice about staying safe when you're on a phone, tablet or computer.
CEOPAre you worried about online sexual abuse or the way someone has been communicating with you online? Make a report to one of CEOP's Child Protection Advisors
SIX TOP TIPS To Keep Primary Kids Safe Online During School ClosureChildren are bound to spend lots more time on devices during school closure. DON’T FEEL BAD ABOUT IT – lots will be schoolwork or catching up with friends. But there are ways to keep them safe, healthy and happy.
Internet MattersSupporting families online Get expert support and practical tips to help children benefit from connected technology and the internet safely and smartly.
Child Exploitation and Online Protection commandAre you worried about online sexual abuse or the way someone has been communicating with you online? Make a report to one of CEOP's Child Protection Advisors
Parent InfoHelp and advice for families in a digital world
Safeguarding Advice
Coronavirus (COVID-19): support for parents and carers to keep children safe onlineWhilst there are huge benefits to being online in order to stay connected to family and friends during this period, the government recognises many parents may feel concerned about the activities and content their children are accessing. This guidance outlines resources to help keep children safe from different risks online and where to go to receive support and advice.
Digital Parenting Magazine 6Digital Parenting Magazine 6. The online safety guide for families is a partnership between Parent Zone and Vodafone. Advice from teachers, parents and online safety experts on subjects ranging from Virtual Reality, to body image in the social media age, to live streaming. Tips from online safety experts, parents and children and young people themselves. Updated guide to setting parental controls on apps and devices, and information on gaming and keeping kids safe while they play. The online version of the magazine includes live links in the Tools section to make finding out about parental controls even easier.
ParentZoneA dedicated resource area to help parents meet the challenges of the digital age. From internet safety magazines and online training, to parent guides on the latest digital trends and platforms.
Gaming or gamblingParent Zone and GambleAware have partnered up to help families learn about the gambling-like risks children may face when playing online games - and simple practical things parents and carers can do to keep gaming fun and safer.
Is my child ready to be left alone?Need-to-know: is my child ready to be left alone? There is no legal age at which children may be left home alone, but parents can be prosecuted for neglect if it puts them at risk of injury or suffering. This guide gives sound advice and useful tips to help parents decide in which situations they may leave their children home alone, and what they need to do to ensure their safety and wellbeing. It explains the risks of leaving babies and younger children unattended, and provides helpful advice on what qualities and experience to look for when choosing a babysitter or appropriate childcare. There is a quiz for parents and children which explores how the child feels about being left at home alone and what they might do in different scenarios, such as a power cut or if someone came to the door. Parents can fill in the ‘while I’m away’ pull-out with times and contact numbers and stick it on the fridge before they go out.
Is my child ready to go out alone?Need-to-know: is my child ready to go out alone? Getting the balance right between allowing children their independence and ensuring their safety when away from home can be difficult. This guide provides advice and practical tips to parents on judging if a child is ready to be out on their own and how to prepare them for different situations such as walking to and from school by themselves, attending sports or holiday clubs, or going out to play with friends. It explains the importance of parents talking to their children from a young age about the risks and how to stay safe when they’re out alone, such as what to do if they’re approached by a stranger, are bullied or get lost. There is also a pull-out that parents can fill in with important information on their child’s club, such as who they can talk to if they have any concerns.
Screen time balanceScreen time can offer children opportunities to learn and develop new skills at a touch of a button but like anything, too much of it can have a negative effect on their wellbeing.
Screen time tips to support 0-5 yrs (Early years) - Internet Matters
Take a look at our simple tips to put balance and purpose behind screen time to help young children in Early Years (0-5yrs) benefit from their screen use. Fi...
Screen time tips to support 5-7 yrs (Key stage 1) - Internet Matters
Take a look at our simple tips to put balance and purpose behind screen time to help young children in Key Stage 1 (5-7yrs) benefit from their screen use. Fi...
Screen time tips to support 7-11 yrs (Key stage 2) - Internet Matters
Why not see our top tips to put balance and purpose behind screen time to help children in Key Stage 2 (7-11yrs) benefit from their screen use. Find more at ...
Talk PANTS with Pantosaurus and his PANTS song #TalkPANTS
Meet Pantosaurus - our pant-wearing Dino! He wants every child to stay safe and strong, just like him, and he's on a mission to share an important message.
Talk PANTS with your child (the underwear rule)You’ve probably already talked to your child about things like crossing the road safely. Talking to them about staying safe from sexual abuse is just as easy with our PANTS rules. With our singing dinosaur video and fun activity pack, you can help them learn the key messages without using any scary words.
Let's talk PANTSWith the help of our friendly dinosaur Pantosaurus, PANTS is a simple way to talk to your child about staying safe from sexual abuse.
Safer Internet Day 2020: Together for a better internet!
Safer Internet Day is an annual celebration held every February, calling on everyone to make the most of the internet's potential to bring people together, by joining forces to create a better internet, in particular for children and young people. This year, Safer Internet Day will be celebrated on Tuesday, 11 February 2020.
Safer Internet Day 202011 February 2020 Get set for Safer Internet Day 2020, taking place on Tuesday, 11 February 2020, when - once again - we'll join forces across the globe to work "Together for a better internet".
Safer Internet Day 2020 Parent ResourcesUse these free resources to talk to your child about online safety this Safer Internet Day. This pack includes activities, conversation starters and information to help parents and carers talk to their children about how to navigate the issue of online identity in a digital age in a safe, responsible and respectful way.
What does my avatar say about me?
For Safer Internet Day 2020, we asked 5-11- year olds across the UK to share their thoughts on their online identities. Join the conversation by using #freetobe and #SaferInternetDay.
The dangers of fake news - and how to avoid falling for itFake news is everywhere these days and it’s blurring the line between fact and fiction. But how can we expect kids to spot the truth online when us adults struggle? Here’s some advice to help your child spot when they’re being fed false or misleading information.
A safer start to social mediaChildren are using social media before parents have spoken to them about how to use it responsibly, with 48% being exposed to it by age seven*. Here’s some advice for a safer start when your child ventures into the world of likes and shares.
#Goldilocks: A fairytale for the digital ageNew research suggests children are using social media before parents have spoken to them about how to use it responsibly, with 48% being exposed to it by age seven. To help parents have these important conversations with their children at a younger age, Vodafone UK and Andersen Press have teamed up with award-winning author Jeanne Willis and illustrator Tony Ross to produce a co-branded digital edition of #Goldilocks. The book is a modern twist on the classic fairy tale and offers a fun and accessible way for parents to discuss responsible social media use with their younger children. The book sees #Goldilocks getting into trouble with the three bears over her pursuit of likes on social media. It aims to help educate children about the potential consequences of being unkind, getting carried away with selfies or oversharing images in a light-hearted way. Download #Goldilocks along with a fun activity sheet for free.
What is Minecraft?The lowdown for parents on the virtual building game children love.
Secret Conversations on Facebook: a parent’s guideThere’s a little-known feature on Facebook that allows your child to send and receive private messages and images you won’t be able to see, even if you have the log in details to their account. Here’s what parents need to know about Secret Conversations
Helping your child stay safe from cybercrimeLisa Hardstaff, credit information expert with Equifax, offers advice on how parents can teach their children about looking after their personal information online
Setting Parental ControlsParental controls can be used to block upsetting or harmful content, control in-app purchases or manage how long your child spends online. The good news is parental controls are really easy to set up.
Share AwareIt can be hard to keep track of what your child is doing on social networks, apps and games or know how to keep them safe. That's why the NSPCC have teamed up with O2. Together they are helping parents untangle the web and teach their children to be Share Aware. Just like in real life, kids need your help to stay safe online.
Sheffield Young CarersSheffield Young Carers is an independent charity that has existed in Sheffield since 1997. We are dedicated to supporting young carers across the city. We believe it is the right of every young carer to be recognised in their role and to have the same opportunities and life chances as other children and young people of a similar age.
Sheffield Drug and Alcohol/Domestic Abuse Coordination Team (DACT)Sheffield Drug and Alcohol/Domestic Abuse Coordination Team (DACT) are responsible for two separate areas of work; support for victims of domestic abuse, and support and treatment for drug and alcohol misuse.
HENRYOver the past 10 years Henry have supported thousands of families to transform family life for the better in all sorts of ways – including improved nutrition, emotional wellbeing, parenting skills, breastfeeding, and getting more active. They have worked with over 10,000 health and early years practitioners and collaborated with NHS trusts, local authorities, and many other partners.
The CornerThe Corner, Sheffield Young Persons Substance Misuse Service – they work with young people aged 10-18 across the city who might have concerns, issues or worries regarding substance use. They are a free, voluntary and confidential service – providing young people with harm reduction focussed work, helping them to be safer when using substances or supporting them to cut down/stop using drugs or alcohol.
IDAS - Independent Domestic Abuse ServicesIDAS is the largest specialist charity in Yorkshire supporting anyone experiencing or affected by domestic abuse or sexual violence.
IAPTSheffield Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) service part of Sheffield Health and Social Care NHS Foundation Trust. An NHS adult service offering a range of free psychological therapies to over 12,000 people each year who work and/or live in Sheffield.
Sheffield Mental Health GuideSheffield Flourish built this website to help local people easily find accurate information about mental health in our city. It’s designed to help Sheffield folk navigate the highs and lows of life, whether they have a diagnosis or are just having a difficult day. The website has three main sections: Support to find out about national, local, and online services, organisations and groups; Information to find out more about different mental health conditions. Also providing specific information on aspects of life which are related to mental health. These include subjects like caring, work and stress; Activities if you want to get out and about.
MINDProvide advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem.
Rethink24/7 Sheffield Helpline offers emotional support and information to people affected by mental illness, aged 16 and over, who live in Sheffield or are under the care of Sheffield Health & Social Care NHS Foundation Trust.
Covid-19 - South Yorkshire Police - Cut the stringsWhile some domestic abuse support services are not able to offer face to face meetings at this time, there is still help and advise available online and over the phone.
Operation EncompassOperation Encompass directly connects the police with schools to secure better outcomes for children who are subject to or experience police-attended incidents of domestic abuse. Rapid provision of support within the school environment means children are better safeguarded against the short-, medium- and long-term effects of domestic abuse.
Our cookies ensure you get the best experience on our website.
Please make your choice!
Cookies
Some cookies are necessary in order to make this website function correctly. These are set
by default and whilst you can block or delete them by changing your browser settings, some
functionality such as being able to log in to the website will not work if you do this.
The necessary cookies set on this website are as follows:
Website CMS
A 'sessionid' token is required for logging in to the website and we also use a
'crfstoken' token to prevent cross site request forgery.
Matomo
We use
Matomo cookies
to improve the website performance by capturing information such as browser and device
types. The data from this cookie is anonymised.
reCaptcha
Cookies are used to help distinguish between humans and bots on contact forms on this
website.
Cookie notice
A cookie is used to store your cookie preferences for this website.
Cookies that are not necessary to make the website work, but which enable additional
functionality, can also be set. By default these cookies are disabled, but you can choose to
enable them below:
