Online Safety

CEOP helps any child or young person under the age of 18 who is being pressured, forced or tricked into taking part in sexual activity of any kind. This can be something that has taken place either online or in ‘the real world’, or both. The CEOP Safety Centre has clear information and advice on what can be reported to CEOP, the reporting process and what will happen if you do decide to make a report. You can visit the CEOP Safety Centre and make a report directly to CEOP by clicking the Click CEOP button:

If you are experiencing online bullying or something else online has worried you please speak to an adult you trust, or you can talk to Childline at any time on 0800 1111 or at www.childline.org.uk.

The online world is changing faster than ever, and it can be difficult for adults to keep up with the latest online slang, abbreviations, and phrases.

This glossary, provided by Everyone’s Invited, is designed to help parents understand the language their children may be using or encountering at school, at home, and online.

While some of these terms may seem harmless or familiar, others may be new, confusing, or concerning. Young people often use slang to express their identity, build friendships, and communicate quickly within their peer groups. This is a normal and healthy part of language development. However, some terms can be harmful and should be recognised and addressed. In certain cases, they may indicate exposure to inappropriate content or involvement in harmful groups.

Helpful website links

How to talk to your child about sexual abuse

The BBC published a useful article with helpful insight into how to have conversations with your children about keeping safe without frightening them or using difficult language.  Click on this link to read the full article and for some guidance around this topic.