Esports is a term given to competitive-level online gaming. Any videogame with the potential for competition can become an esport, from sports games like EA Sports FC to first-person shooter games like Call of Duty. Esports may appear at first glance to be a hard concept to wrap your head around if you’re unfamiliar with the gaming world, and a clear understanding of its possibilities and risks would be needed before allowing the child in your care to immerse themselves in it.

For thorough context and informative resources on the topic and how it relates to children and young people, visit the Safer Schools NI App. The dedicated ‘Esports’ page on the ‘Gaming’ section answers the important questions about its functions to inform your decision on whether you want your child to engage in these competitions.