Key information

  • Develop your digital skills and keep your child safe by spending time online together.
  • Create safe opportunities to play, explore and practise what they learn at school.

You can support your child’s online learning at home by creating safe opportunities to play, explore and practise what they learn at school. The information on this page will help you get started.

Information videos

Watch the YouTube playlist below for tips on supporting online learning at home. Click the icon on top right corner of the video to view the playlist.

Support online learning: A guide for families

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Supporting online learning: a guide for families

Your child is learning digital skills at school. You can support their education by staying involved in school activities and communicating regularly with school staff.

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Tips for supporting online learning at home

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Spending time online together

Support your child’s online learning, develop your digital skills and keep your child safe by spending time online with them.
PDF, 272 KB

Create a positive space at home

A positive learning space helps children feel more comfortable when using devices. It can reduce physical strain and make online activities more productive.
PDF, 254 KB

Safe online searching

Help your child search safely online and find the information they need.
PDF, 289 KB

Supporting 5-12 year olds online

Younger children learn to navigate the online world by watching, experimenting and playing online. These tips can help you support them as they develop their skills.
PDF, 246 KB

Supporting 13-17 year olds online

As your child grows, their independence grows too. Trusted adults can help create safe spaces for older children and young people to explore online. These tips can help you support your child as they become more independent online.

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  2. Information videos
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  4. Tips for supporting online learning at home
  5. More information about supporting online learning

Information for families

  1. Digital skills for families
  2. Support your child’s learning
  3. School life
  4. Get involved in your school community
  5. Help with technology
  6. Keeping your child safe
  7. Your child’s health and wellbeing
  8. Respect In Our Schools