Supporting Parents and Carers in Raising Children in a Digital World - A Year of Workshops

As we reach the end of another academic year, it’s a great time to reflect on what we have achieved and what lies ahead. Appreciating that the digital world seems to be changing at an ever increasing rate, Alice Smith School created the role of “Head of Educational Technology and Digital Wellbeing”. Two positions were created last year, one focused on the secondary age group..

Roblox Explained: A Parent’s Guide to Understanding the Platform and Keeping Children Safe

By Damian Doyle, Head of Secondary Educational Technology and Digital Wellbeing

If your child talks about Roblox every day, you’re not alone. For many families, Roblox has become a central part of children’s digital lives. But what exactly is it - and how can parents navigate it with confidence?

What Is Roblox?

Roblox is not a single video game. It is an online platform -..

Social Media and Online Gaming: Understanding the Digital World Our Children Navigate

By Damian Doyle, Head of Secondary Educational Technology and Digital Wellbeing

Social media and online gaming are now deeply embedded in everyday life. For children and young people, these platforms can offer opportunities for creativity, connection, learning and enjoyment. At the same time, they are built using sophisticated psychological and technological systems designed..