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CyberSprinters: helping 7–11-year-olds stay secure online
With increasing exposure to scams and the dangers of having personal details stolen online, we need to find a way to better support our children to stay secure on the internet. To help you with this, the government’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has developed a brand-new interactive game.
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Games, apps and tech
What parents need to know about a career in gaming
Expert tips and advice to support your child with their interest in gaming.
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Health and wellbeing
What to do if your child is self-harming
Self-harm: expert advice on how to help you and your child through this difficult and emotional time
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Education and the future
Sex education in schools: a parent’s guide
Sex and relationships education: a helpful rundown of what is – and what could be – taught in schools
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Health and wellbeing
When your child comes out as transgender: a Q&A with Sue Chitayi
Sue Chitayi, mother of a transgender son and parent volunteer at Gendered Intelligence, answers some parents' common questions
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Safety and settings
Social media apps: setting safety and privacy settings
Here's how to set parental controls on apps such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram