Better Digital Parenting 2024 CyberSafeKids - Manual / Resource - Page 26
B e tte r D i g i t al Paren ting
C y b e r Sa fe K i d s
Parental Resources:
Developing a Family Agreement
Other things to consider
when setting up your family
agreement:
› What types of information are ok to share,
and how to keep information safe.
› What games are ok to download: are they
age appropriate and will restrictions be
needed for ‘in-app’ purchases?
› Are there ways we can check if the
information we see is accurate?
› Who can we chat with or play with online?
› How should we treat people and what to
do if we see someone else being treated
badly online?
It should also include a plan of action if
your children are bothered by something
they’ve seen online. Reassure them that it’s
not about punishing them or withdrawing
their device. It’s always about protecting
them and making their experiences
positive: that’s why it’s vital they tell you.
Remember:
When you have had these conversations as
a family, draw up the agreement with clear
statements and make sure that everyone
signs it. And although some rules may
be different for different ages (yes, that
includes you as parents too!), it’s crucial to
also keep your family agreement on display
somewhere prominent in the house – it’s
no use tucked away in a drawer…
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You can find an easy to
print and use (or adapt!)
Family Agreement
template by scanning the
QR code or clicking here.
