Are they old enough?

Navigating key online milestones with your children can be challenging. Parents and carers play a huge role in guiding their children to use online platforms appropriately. Children often have access to devices such as iphones and ipads at a young age. 

4 out of 5 children aged 4 are using the internet and 30% of these children have access to their own device. Half of children have their own device by the age of 12 according to the eSafety Commissioner. 

Children might use the device to watch their favourite program through streaming services, use apps to play games or simply be looking at photos. It is important as a parent or carer to supervise your child's online activity initially so there are clear boundaries of what they can and can’t go onto. This will help instil good online habits later on in life. For more information head to Are they old enough? | eSafety Commissioner.