Digital & Social Media Guide for Parents
Practical guidance on the most popular apps and platforms, to help you support your young person online.
Staying Safe Online
Young people use a wide range of apps and platforms that can be wonderful tools for creativity, connection and learning — but they also carry risks. These guides are designed to help parents and carers understand how each platform works and how to have confident conversations with your young person about staying safe.
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TikTok Guide for Parents
What is TikTok? Who can see your child’s content? Privacy settings, screen time, and what to watch out for.
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Instagram Guide for Parents
How Instagram works, privacy settings, direct messages, and how to use Family Centre to manage your child’s account.
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WhatsApp Guide for Parents
Group chats, privacy settings, blocking, reporting, and talking to your child about responsible use.
More Information
For wider online safety resources, Internet Matters and Thinkuknow offer excellent age-appropriate guidance for both parents and young people. If you have concerns about your child’s online safety, please contact the school through our Contact page.