Paul Stevenson

Getting a child their first phone is always a big milestone. It usually comes after months of thinking, comparing phones, and deciding they’re finally ready for a bit more independence.But once that new phone number is active, there’s something most parents never stop to consider… Read More »Would You Know If Your Child Received a Text From a Stranger?

ParentShield Does. When a child gets their first mobile phone, safety should come first – not unsolicited sales and marketing calls That’s why ParentShield is the only mobile network that registers every child’s number with the Telephone Preference Service (TPS) before it’s even activated. Even though ParentShield’s Ultra-Secure Mode already blocks all… Read More »Should All Mobile Networks Pre-Register Children’s Mobile Numbers With the TPS?

Which SIM Is Right for Your Child? If you’re searching for a safer SIM for your child, two names you’ll often see are EE Safer SIMs and ParentShield. In this comparison, we’ll walk through the key features, advantages, limitations, and considerations – so you can decide with confidence… Read More »EE Safer SIMs vs ParentShield Child-Safe SIMs

A smarter SIM is a mobile SIM card with built-in safety features, parental controls, and spending protection. Unlike standard SIMs, smarter SIMs are designed for children and families, helping parents manage calls, texts and mobile data, remotely – all at the network level. What Are Smarter SIMs?… Read More »What Are Smarter SIMs?

In 2025, Safer SIMs are no longer a niche product — they’re quickly becoming one of the most sought-after mobile solutions for parents.With more children getting their first phone at a younger age, families are realising that a standard SIM card just doesn’t cut it. A safe SIM offers… Read More »Why Safe SIMs Are Becoming a Must-Have for UK Parents in 2025

Giving your child their first phone is a big milestone — that’s why mobile networks are starting to provide more advice for families, like The P.H.O.N.E. Chat, recently launched by EE in partnership with Internet Matters. This advice is a great starting point for all things… Read More »What is The Phone Chat – and Why the Right SIM Matters

With headlines buzzing about the big networks starting to offer safer SIM plans for children and teens, it’s encouraging to see them finally following a path we’ve been paving for years – creating mobile plans designed specifically with young users in mind. But not all… Read More »Why ParentShield Is Still the Gold Standard in Safer SIMs as Big Networks Scramble to Catch Up

Choosing the right smartphone plan for your child isn’t just about price or data – it’s about mobile safety, control, and peace of mind. As mobile phones become part of children’s everyday lives, parents need more than just a SIM card. In this post, we’ll explain what makes… Read More »Smartphone Plans for Kids: What Every Parent Needs to Know in 2025

Get Ready for September with the best SIM cards for kids In preparation, many parents are already beginning to tick off the back-to-school checklist: new shoes, stationery, uniforms… and for many, a first mobile phone. If you’re looking for a SIM only deal that’s safe, age-appropriate and… Read More »SIM Only Back to School Offers

Across the UK, more and more Local Authorities, Children’s Homes, and Children’s Trusts are turning to ParentShield to meet the unique safeguarding needs of the children and young people in their care. Whether it’s providing safe communication for a child placed in a new foster setting, enabling… Read More »Why Local Authorities and Children’s Services Trust ParentShield to Protect Young People in Care