Children and young people - computers and the internet
What's available for children and young people?
All of Perth & Kinross's libraries have computers with free internet access for children.
Parents or carers need to sign the Library Service's Acceptable Use Policy (pdf: 74kb) (AUP) for young people under the age of 16.
The following guidelines apply to our libraries:
All of our PC's are filtered.
- Children under eight must be accompanied by an adult.
- Only two children at a time are allowed at each terminal.
- Children can book sessions for half an hour at a time.
- Bookings can be taken up to a week in advance.
- Although use of the computers is free, any information printed out will be charged for. Please check for current costs.
- Staff who come across inappropriate use of the Internet have the right to end the session and contact parents and carers. Misuse may result in a ban of up to one month.
- Guidelines on safe surfing and use of chat rooms are available at both computers, but it is ultimately parents' or carers' responsibility to teach children safe use of chat rooms and the internet.
- Staff will be able to see computer screens at all times, but will not necessarily be able to supervise use.
