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Online abuse

Online abuse is any type of abuse that happens on the internet, such as social media
Report abuse to the NSPCC

Worried about a child? Concerned about child abuse? Report your concerns to the NSPCC Helpline using our online form.
The Online Safety Bill has been passed!

We've done it! Thank you for all your support, you've helped create a safer online world for children
Online Safety Quiz KS3 (updated)

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Our Online Safety Quiz and teacher notes will help you teach children how to stay safe online.
Online Safety Quiz KS2 (updated)

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Our Online Safety Quiz and teacher notes will help you teach children how to stay safe online.
Online Safety Quiz - KS2

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Our Online Safety Quiz and teacher notes will help you teach children how to stay safe online.
Online porn

It can be hard to know how to talk to your child about the risks of watching online porn. Our advice can help you explain the risks to your child, prevent them from watching porn, and know what to do if your child has explicit or upsetting content online.
PANTS Parents guide online.pdf

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Online Safety Quiz - KS3

PDF / 10 MB

Our online safety quiz and teacher notes will help you teach children how to stay safe online.
Positively online: top tips for online wellbeing

Discover our six top tips to support your child's online wellbeing and take our family quiz.
Keeping children safe online

Learn more about children's online safety. Advice and support to help you learn about staying safe online as a family.
Sexual abuse

If you're worried about sexual abuse, or signs of possible sexual abuse, we have information and advice to help you.
How to Ensure Your Children Stay Safe While Playing Online Games

Advice for parents to understand the risks of online games and help your child play safely.
What Is Emotional Abuse & Things You Should Know

Explore our guide on identifying emotional abuse, its impact, and steps for reporting. Get the support you need to protect children from harm.
How to Protect Children From Domestic Abuse

Witnessing domestic abuse is child abuse. If you're worried about a child, we have advice to help you keep them safe.
Keeping children safe from online sexual abuse

3 May 2022 / News

Advice and guidance for parents who are worried about their child being groomed.
Identifying Child Physical Abuse & How to Prevent It

If you're worried about physical abuse, we have information and advice to help you feel confident in taking the next steps to keep children and young people safe.
Distressing online content

Get information about distressing or violent online content, and how to support young people if they see it.
Report child abuse

If you have any concerns about a child, trust your instincts and contact the NSPCC Helpline. Our specialist team will listen, advise and take any action needed.
Reporting online safety concerns

Guidance on what to do if you're worried about something a child has experienced online.