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Understand more about end-to-end encryption

Understand more about end-to-end encryption
10th Jan, 24

Understand more about end-to-end encryption and how to support your child to balance privacy and safety.

https://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/parents/articles/what-is-end-to-end-encryption/?utm_source=Thinkuknow&utm_campaign=7383a96fbf-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_9_26_2022_Network_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_0b54505554-7383a96fbf-65051276

 

 

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Harmful Content Online

Harmful Content Online
27th Nov, 23

We're here to help everyone report harmful content online

If you've experienced or witnessed harm online we can help. Report Harmful Content can help you to report harmful content online by providing up to date information on…

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Report issue

Report issue
27th Nov, 23

Report issue

If you’re worried about anything you or your child come across online, we’d advise you to report it immediately to the relevant organisation and to the site where you or your…

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Sharing Photos

Sharing Photos
24th Aug, 23

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Rumble

Rumble
6th Jul, 23

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Smartwatches

Smartwatches
24th May, 23

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What do I need to know about ChatGPT? A guide for parents and carers

What do I need to know about ChatGPT? A guide for parents and carers
24th May, 23

https://www.childnet.com/blog/what-do-i-need-to-know-about-chatgpt-a-guide-for-parents-and-carers/

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Managing Device Stress and Anxiety

Managing Device Stress and Anxiety
29th Mar, 23

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Advice for parents and carers to help support young people in their safe and responsible use of the internet.

Advice for parents and carers to help support young people in their safe and responsible use of the internet.
21st Mar, 23

 

 

 

 

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Online Safety

Online Safety
15th Mar, 23

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MAKING SURE YOUR HOME DOESN’T HAVE AN OPEN DOOR TO CHILD SEXUAL ABUSERS

MAKING SURE YOUR   HOME DOESN’T HAVE AN   OPEN DOOR TO CHILD   SEXUAL ABUSERS
14th Mar, 23

A guide for parents and carers 

https://talk.iwf.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Parent-Resource.pdf

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Safer Internet Broadcasting – UK Safer Internet Centre

Safer Internet Broadcasting – UK Safer Internet Centre
28th Feb, 23

Safer Internet Broadcasting – UK Safer Internet Centre

In the modern world many children and adults are seeing live streaming as a valid way of generating low start up income. The rise of…

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NSPCC

NSPCC
9th Jun, 22

 

Sexual abuse in any form is unacceptable. Following the concerning reports provided to the Everyone’s Invited website, detailing incidents of sexual assault in schools and colleges, the Government has…

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CEOP

CEOP
5th May, 22

CEOP has created a new website for teenagers called 'The internet, relationships & you' and offers advice on socialising online, online safety, getting support and sexual content online. CEOP is a part…

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WHISPER

WHISPER
28th Mar, 22

Whisper provides everyone in the college community a safe place to talk, report or highlight issues and concerns. When you don’t know where to go or who to turn to, Whisper can…

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How to talk to your teenager about the invasion of Ukraine

How to talk to your teenager about the invasion of Ukraine
10th Mar, 22

https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zbrdjsg

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Safeguarding Newsletter

Safeguarding Newsletter
24th Feb, 22

Safeguarding Newsletter

https://www.firtreecic.co.uk/couch/uploads/file/safeguarding-newsletter-feb-22.pdf

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This week marks Anti-bullying week with the theme ‘One kind word’ A link to information and support for parents and carers around bullying.

This week marks Anti-bullying week with the theme ‘One kind word’   A link to information and support for parents and carers around bullying.
16th Nov, 21

https://anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/sites/default/files/uploads/attachments/Anti-Bullying%20Week%202021%20-%20Parent%20Pack%20-%20FINAL.pdf

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Follow the TALK checklist to help keep your child safe online

Follow the TALK checklist to help keep your child safe online
2nd Nov, 21

 

The Internet Watch Foundation (IWF) tells us that 'since the start of the pandemic, the amount of ‘self-generated’ child abuse imagery has increased dramatically. In 2020, the IWF confirmed 68,000 cases of…

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Support available across Greater Manchester for mental health issues and wellbeing

Support available across Greater Manchester for mental health issues and wellbeing
2nd Nov, 21

https://hub.gmhsc.org.uk/mental-health/if-you-need-support-were-here-to-help/

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ACT Early

ACT Early
19th Jul, 21

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ACT

ACT
19th Jul, 21

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We are now RECRUITING for 2021

We are now RECRUITING for 2021
23rd Feb, 21

Fir Tree CIC are now recruiting for Sept 2021 start.. We have several programmes including our popular Preparing for Adulthood programme which is aimed at young people with Special Educational Needs, or…

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Fake news and disinformation online

Fake news and disinformation online
9th Feb, 21

Tuesday 9th February 2021

This year Safer Internet Day will be celebrating the theme ‘An internet we trust – exploring reliability in the online world’.

Safer internet Day inspires a national conversation about using technology…

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Concerned about your child?

Concerned about your child?
2nd Feb, 21

Concerned about your child?

If you’re concerned about your child and need information or further help and support, you’re in the right place.

About Thinkuknow

Thinkuknow is an…

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NSPCC

NSPCC
2nd Feb, 21

It can be hard to know how to talk to your child about online safety. From setting up parental controls to advice on sexting, online…

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Internet Matters

Internet Matters
2nd Feb, 21

Helping parents keep their children safe online

https://www.internetmatters.org/

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UK Safer Internet Centre

UK Safer Internet Centre
2nd Feb, 21

Tips, advice, guides and resources to help keep your child safe online

As a parent or carer you play a key role in helping your child…

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Childnet

Childnet
2nd Feb, 21

Childnet’s mission is to work in partnership with others around the world to help make the internet a great and safe place for children.

 

https://www.childnet.com/parents-and-carers/hot-topics/supporting-young-people-with-send-online

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16 to 19 Tuition Fund Statement

16 to 19 Tuition Fund Statement
27th Jan, 21

 

16 to 19 Tuition Fund Statement

 

The purpose of this statement is to set out how Fir Tree CIC is planning to utilise its 16 to 19 tuition fund allocation to…

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Remote Education Provision

Remote Education Provision
27th Jan, 21

 

Remote Education Provision: Information for Parents/Guardians/Carers 

 

This information is intended to provide clarity and transparency to students and parents/guardians/carers about what to expect from remote education where national or…

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PAPYRUS

PAPYRUS
25th Jan, 21

 

We provide confidential support and advice to young people struggling with thoughts of suicide, and anyone worried about a young person through our helpline, HOPELINEUK.

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Samaritans

Samaritans
25th Jan, 21

We're waiting for your call

Whatever you're going through, a Samaritan will face it with you. We're here 24 hours a day, 365 days a…

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Mental Health

Mental Health
25th Jan, 21

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Shout

Shout
25th Jan, 21

 

Struggling to cope? Text SHOUT to 85258

What kind of issues can I text Shout about?

We can help with a range of issues including anxiety, depression,…

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The Mix

The Mix
25th Jan, 21

 

The Mix is the UK’s leading support service for young people. We are here to help you take on any challenge you’re facing - from…

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YoungMinds - children and young people's mental health charity

YoungMinds - children and young people's mental health charity
25th Jan, 21

 

YoungMinds - children and young people's mental health charity

Coronavirus advice and mental health support.

Visit the advice page if you are struggling with self-isolation, coronavirus,…

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Anti-Bullying Week

Anti-Bullying Week
19th Nov, 20

National bullying helpline

https://www.nationalbullyinghelpline.co.uk

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Mental Health 24/7

Mental Health 24/7
17th Apr, 20

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Digital mental health resources

Digital mental health resources
17th Apr, 20

 

Greater Manchester health and care providers and the voluntary sector are stepping up support for people with mental health needs, learning disabilities and autism during the…

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World Autism Awareness Week

World Autism Awareness Week
3rd Apr, 20

World Autism Awareness Week 30 March - 5 April 2020

 

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Online Safety- Reporting

Online Safety- Reporting
3rd Apr, 20

If you’re worried about anything you or your child come across online, we’d advise you to report it immediately to the relevant…

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Online Safety

Online Safety
1st Apr, 20

Sources of support for parents and carers to keep children and young people safe online:

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Coronarvirus information and help

Coronarvirus information and help
25th Mar, 20

Information about coronavirus

NHS pages on coronavirus

Government response to coronavirus

 

Mencap easy read version of information about coronavirus:

https://www.mencap.org.uk/advice-and-support/health/coronavirus

 

National autistic society – guidance and…

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Time to Talk Day

Time to Talk Day
5th Feb, 20

This week marks Time to Talk Day – a day when everyone is encouraged to have a conversation about mental health.

 

At Fir Tree CIC we know that it…

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NEW YEAR TERM STARTS ON TUESDAY 7TH JANUARY 2020!

NEW YEAR TERM STARTS ON TUESDAY 7TH JANUARY 2020!
19th Dec, 19

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