The PATI Programme
A comprehensive 4-week programme equipping parents with expert knowledge and practical tools to guide their children through the digital age.
8 structured modules. Live expert sessions. Practical strategies for real family life.
Programme Overview
The PATI Programme is a comprehensive educational programme designed to equip parents with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to navigate childhood in a digital world.
Developed by the Parenting & Technology Institute, this programme addresses the most pressing challenges facing modern families: screen time, social media, gaming, online safety, and the impact of technology on child development and family life.
Whether you are a parent seeking guidance, a school supporting your community, or an organisation investing in employee wellbeing, the PATI Programme provides a structured, evidence-based approach to one of the defining challenges of contemporary parenting.
Structured Curriculum
Eight carefully sequenced modules delivered over four weeks, building knowledge progressively from foundational understanding to practical application.
Practical Application
Every session includes actionable strategies you can implement immediately. No theory without practice.
Real-World Focus
Developed from direct experience with families. Addresses the actual challenges parents face daily with screens, devices, and online life.
Expert Facilitation
Led by specialists in child development, digital wellbeing, and family dynamics. Backed by current research and best practice.
Programme Structure
A carefully designed learning journey that builds knowledge progressively while fitting around your commitments.
4-Week Programme
Delivered over four focused weeks
Live Sessions
Interactive sessions with expert facilitators
On-Demand Access
All recordings available for 12 months
Flexible Learning
Designed around busy family schedules
Weekly Breakdown
Week 1
Foundations
- M1: Age of Technology
- M2: Boundaries
Week 2
Digital Risks
- M3: Gaming
- M4: Pornography
Week 3
Online Wellbeing
- M5: Bullying
- M6: Social Media & Anxiety
Week 4
Practical Application
- M7: Technology & Devices Workshop
- M8: Thriving as a Family
Programme Modules
Eight comprehensive modules covering the essential topics every parent needs to understand. Each module combines expert teaching with practical application.
Age of Technology
Understand how technology shapes childhood development. Explore the digital landscape your children navigate and build foundational knowledge for informed decision-making.
Boundaries
Learn to establish and maintain effective boundaries around technology use. Develop clear family agreements that reduce conflict and promote healthy habits.
Gaming
Navigate the complex world of video games and online play. Understand ratings, risks, and rewards, and learn to set appropriate limits for your family.
Pornography
Address one of the most challenging topics for modern parents. Gain strategies for prevention, having difficult conversations, and responding to exposure.
Bullying
Recognise the signs of cyberbullying and understand how it differs from traditional bullying. Learn how to support your child and when to intervene.
Social Media & Anxiety
Explore the relationship between social media and mental health. Understand the impacts on developing minds and learn protective strategies.
Technology & Devices Workshop
A practical, hands-on session covering device setup, parental controls, privacy settings, and family safety features across major platforms.
Thriving as a Family
Bring everything together. Develop a sustainable family technology plan and build habits that support connection, wellbeing, and balanced digital life.
What Participants Gain
By the end of the programme, you will have transformed your understanding of digital parenting and gained practical skills for everyday family life.
Informed Decision-Making
Understand the true impact of technology on child development so you can make confident choices for your family.
Practical Tools
Leave with actionable strategies, device settings, and conversation frameworks you can use immediately.
Confident Boundaries
Know how to set, communicate, and maintain healthy technology boundaries without constant conflict.
Difficult Conversations
Gain language and approaches for discussing sensitive topics like pornography, bullying, and online safety.
Family Connection
Build a sustainable family technology plan that supports real connection and balanced digital life.
Who the Programme Is For
The PATI Programme supports parents wherever they engage—whether directly, through schools, or via their workplace.
Individual Enrolment
Parents
Join the PATI Programme as an individual parent. Access all eight modules, live sessions with our expert facilitators, and on-demand recordings. Gain the knowledge and confidence to guide your children through the digital age.
- Full programme access
- Live and recorded sessions
- Practical resources and guides
Community Programmes
Schools
Offer the PATI Programme to your school community. Support parents with structured guidance on digital parenting, strengthen your safeguarding approach, and demonstrate commitment to family wellbeing.
- Group licensing options
- Co-branded delivery
- Parent engagement support
Employee Benefit
Organisations
Provide the PATI Programme as a valuable benefit for working parents. Support employee wellbeing, demonstrate family-friendly values, and help your people navigate one of the most challenging aspects of modern parenting.
- Corporate licensing
- Flexible delivery options
- Reporting and insights
How It Works
Getting started with the PATI Programme is simple.
Register
Sign up for the programme as an individual, through your school, or via your employer.
Attend Sessions
Join our live weekly sessions or watch recordings at a time that suits you.
Apply Learning
Put your new knowledge and strategies into practice in everyday family life.
What People Say
Hear from parents, schools, and organisations who have experienced the PATI Programme.
“The PATI Programme gave me the confidence I needed to have difficult conversations with my children about their online lives. I feel so much better prepared now.”
Sarah M.
Parent of two teenagers
Parent“We introduced the PATI Programme to our parent community and the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. It has become an essential part of our family support offering.”
James H.
Head Teacher
School“As an employer, we recognise the challenges our staff face as parents in a digital world. The PATI Programme has been a valuable addition to our employee wellbeing benefits.”
Rachel T.
HR Director
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