Screen time resources

Here are parental control guides that you can use to set screen time limits on devices and platforms and monitor how your child is using their device to help them build good online habits. It’s always good to sit down together with your child to discuss how you’ll be using these so they feel part of the decision-making process.

Get support to choose the best apps and platforms most suitable for your child with these helpful resources.

• Common Sense Media – Read age-appropriate reviews of all media for kids and parents
• Toca Boca – See curated list of the best child-friendly apps

Get bespoke safety advice on the most popular social media platforms that children use to make your child aware of community guidelines and how to report and block inappropriate content.

• Facebook bullying prevention resources
• Safety on X (formerly Twitter)
• Instagram tips for parents
• YouTube policies and safety
• Snapchat support

Should your child need support, counselling, or mentoring to cope with online grooming then these organisations may be able to provide advice and services.

• YoungMinds – Counselling services for children
• ChildLine – Counselling services for children
• Counselling Directory – A nationwide counselling directory service
• Mental Health Foundation – How to talk about mental health with your GP
• Mind – Guide to get the right mental health support