Online safety for early years (under 5)
More and more children in early years have their own tablets or borrow their parents’ devices to play games, use apps and watch their favourite TV shows. See advice on simple things you can do to make sure they’re staying safe online.
Why tackling online safety is important for under-5s
The internet and connected devices is a part of every child’s life as they grow. From playing games to learning skills, tech offers a wide range of benefits.
However, connectivity also means risk that could lead to potential harm. As children grow, they will have more accounts and use more devices, which could increase the chance of online harm.
Like teaching a child to look both ways before crossing the street, teaching online safety skills young means it will stay with them as they grow.
92% of under-5s use video-sharing platforms (VSPs) like YouTube.
23% of under-5s use social media apps or sites.
48% of under-5s send messages or make video calls on devices.
38% of under-5s have their own YouTube profile.
Click here for a short video on guidance for online safety for children under five.
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