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Supporting children with additional needs online

Find tips, guidance and activities to help children with additional needs stay safe and happy online.

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Keeping your child safe on social media

As we wait for the UK government’s decision on a social media ban, see what you can do to keep your child safe now.

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How we support children’s online safety

Find information and safety settings for your child’s devices and apps, along with guidance to tackle online issues they may face.

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Set up parent accounts

Setting up parent accounts across platforms your child uses can often let you set in-built parental controls while gaining insight into what your child does or who they talk to within the platform.

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Use apps together

Ask your child to show you how their favourite app works, or get them to help you find specific content. This is a great way to become a part of your child’s online life.

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Latest articles

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Long read 4th June 2026

Deepening existing divides: AI and household income  

This blog explores how household income shapes families engagement with AI and what further support is needed.  
A pre-teen child uses a smartphone. Press release
Long read 3rd June 2026

4 in 5 UK children with additional needs say they suffer harm online

Research shows that 4 in 5 children with additional needs suffer harm online despite recent regulation.
Silhouettes of children holding smartphones (from the report cover). Research
Short read 3rd June 2026

Supporting the online lives of children with additional needs

This briefing explores where children with additional needs spend their time, the benefits and drawbacks of that time, and how they can be best supported.
A young person uses their smartphone, possibly for social media, which is the main focus of the government's consultation. Research
Long read 27th May 2026

Growing up online: creating safer, age-appropriate digital experiences for children

We respond to the government's consultation, 'Growing up in the online world'.
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Long read 22nd May 2026

How BBFC age ratings can help you navigate streaming services

Learn how BBFC ratings work on streaming services along with what to watch out for to keep streaming safe.

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Children’s experiences online are unique and constantly changing. So, it can be hard to keep up. Here’s how we can help.

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