ParentShield

29/07/2026

📱 Is this the summer they get their first phone?

The summer holidays often bring a little more independence — trips to friends’ houses, playing out, catching the bus or getting ready to start secondary school in September.

That can also make it the perfect time to introduce a first mobile phone and start building good habits.

But does it need to be a smartphone? What age is right? And what rules should you put in place from day one?

We’ve put together a practical guide for parents covering everything from choosing between a basic phone and smartphone to staying in touch, bedtime boundaries, mobile data and getting ready for secondary school.

And whatever phone you choose, a ParentShield Child-Safe SIM gives you the extra controls and reassurance of a mobile network designed specifically for children. 💚

Read the full guide below 👇

ParentShield Child Safe SIM - Should I Get My Child Their First Phone During the Summer Holidays?

26/06/2026

Discover what makes a mobile number easy to remember, why it matters for children, and how you can choose a memorable mobile number after the ParentShield checkout process.

Discover what makes a mobile number easy to remember, and why it matters for children. - ParentShield Child Safe SIM

15/06/2026

UK Government Announces Social Media Ban for Under-16s

The UK Government has announced plans to introduce a nationwide ban on social media for children under the age of 16, in what could become one of the most significant changes in a generation.

The UK Government has announced plans to introduce a nationwide ban on social media for children under the age of 16

01/05/2026

🚨 New Feature Alert
Understand every call - at a glance.

ParentShield’s AI now summarises calls and assigns a simple risk score, so you can quickly spot anything that matters.

Whether it’s a smartphone or a non-smartphone, ParentShield’s AI summarises conversations and highlights potential concerns with a simple Low, Medium or High risk score.

The feature is rolling out to all new and existing accounts over the next few days.

Learn more at https://parentshield.co.uk/ai-call-summary-and-risk-scoring/

02/04/2026

One of the most unique birthday presents you can give isn’t something you wrap up - it’s a memorable mobile number.

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