Free IT training for parents

Last September my son started attending secondary school, which was a very exciting, yet scary moment. Seeing my son wearing his school uniform and getting his books ready, I realised how fast time goes by. Since starting secondary school, my son has been doing all his work on the computer, which it hasn’t been easy for him. He has been going into school early to use the computers in the library and also staying back after school has finished. Seeing him struggling, I decided to buy a computer but I was a bit worried that I didn’t know how to use it. I was even more worried that I will expose my son to the internet and I won’t know how to restrict the unsuitable websites. Last week when I went to book my used Ford Fiesta in Brighton for its MOT, I noticed a poster with information about training and instruction provided by Ford for parents with limited or no computer skills at the local school. This will allow parents to relate to their children's school work. Nicola Gregory from the Education and Community Department and IT experts Peter Cooke and Tim Jones are encouraged by Ford to support this initiative, which is provided to parents free of charge. David Cayton, Manager, Ford of Britain Education and Community Department, said: "Ford is very pleased to support Phoenix Primary School and the Basildon Education Services Trust by sharing our IT expertise with local parents. Phoenix School has excellent facilities and a welcoming environment for adult learning."