Our society has fundamentally shifted over the past few years. As adults, we do so much of our work, learning and socialising via the internet, so, naturally, the same thing is true for our children. As we think about what to buy loved ones for Christmas, it is important that parents feel confident about the digital devices their children are using to learn, socialise and play – whether those are laptops, gaming consoles or smart cuddly toys.
In the UK, 90 per cent of 11-year-olds now own a smartphone. This access to digital tools has enormous benefits for young people, helping them learn new skills, stay in touch with friends and explore their imaginations. It is vital they have positive experiences online and that’s why internet safety is now a core part of the school curriculum.
