Useful websites for protecting and educating your children on safe use of the internet at home.
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http://www.childnet.com/kia/parents/ Child net provides parents with a powerpoint presentation 'Know It All for Parents', this includes information and statistics on the internet and 5 SMART rules.
https://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/parents/ CEOP's (Child Exploitation and Online Protection) 'Think You Know' website has a 'Parents and Carers guide to the internet', a short lighthearted videoclip which gives a realistic look at what it takes to be a better online parent. You will need to register on the site to view the video clip but the site does provide top tips that can be accessed without registration.
http://www.netsmartz.org/Parents Netsmartz's website provides easy access to specific areas within e-safety, a good website if you have a specific issue at home. Each area provides 'tips' and 'discussion starters' to use with your child, including areas such as mobile phones, social networking, gaming, internet safety and inappropriate content.
http://www.theparentzone.co.uk/our_services#109 The Parent Zone is a good website if you have an issue at home and would like specific advice. They provide a help service with a direct email contact.