According to recent statistics from Ofcom, over 50% of children aged 3-4 are online for nearly 8 hours a week, and 1 in 5 children in this age group now have their own tablet.

While this may seem surprising, research indicates that families are investing in technology for several key reasons:

• To support their children's education
• To stay connected with family and friends
• To enhance and simplify daily life

As a parent or caregiver, you may wonder: How can I ensure my child stays safe online? Fortunately, there are many resources available to help you navigate this important issue. Below are some valuable links to videos, guides, and articles that can support your efforts to keep your child safe in the digital world.

• Keeping your under-5s safe online
• Jessie and Friends: Online Safety for Children
• NSPCC: Online Safety for Under-5s
• Internet Matters: Advice for Parents of 0-5 Year Olds
• Childnet: Keeping Under Fives Safe Online
• BBC CBeebies: Internet Use and Safety
• Detective Digiduck: Online Safety Stories
• GoCompare: Parental Controls Guide
• Virgin Media: Children’s Internet Safety Test

These resources will help you better understand how to protect your child online while allowing them to explore the digital world safely.