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Online safety for parents

Internet safety websites giving information to parents 

BBC Chat Guide [External Site]
An easy-to-understand site with a common sense guide to using chat rooms for the whole family.

Internet Watch Foundation [External Site]
The only organisation in the UK that provides an internet hotline for the public to report their exposure to potentially illegal images online. The site also features safe surfing tips, advice on filtering and links to useful organisations.

Super Highway Safety Site [External Site]
Advice for schools on internet safety from the Department for Education and Skills.

Childnet International [External Site]
Key safety issues and how best to discuss internet safety with children.

Get Net Wise [External Site]
Challenge yourself and learn how your children can use the internet safely.

About: internet safety [External Site] Opens in new window
Take the tutorial for internet safety.

McAfee.com Kids - For Grown Ups [External Site]
US site with level-headed information for parents.

Be Safe Online [External Site]
This site has been developed to make adults more aware of how to use the internet safely, so they can encourage safe behaviour online among children and young people.

Kidsmart [External Site]
A safety site with resouces and activities for families and teachers including some interactive games.

Safer Internet [External Site]
A European site with information about the campaigns and activities on making the internet a safer place for all.

NCH - IT OK [External Site]
The national charity NCH's site on internet safety, which includes frequently asked questions to help parents.

Keep your kids safe [External Site]
Product reports and information about what software you need to have installed on your computer.

Home Office Safety Advice [External Site]
The Home Office working with industry experts to keep parents informed.

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