Josie Scarlott

Josie Scarlott

AT Consultant

Our Digital Wellbeing Specialist, Josie is a qualified teacher focusing on additional learning needs, with experience as a tutor in autism specialist provision.

Recent Posts

Now you see me... Now you don't: Why is your location sharing not accurate?

Now you see me... Now you don't: Why is your location sharing not accurate?

Location sharing can be super useful. Finding your friend when meeting up in a busy city, keeping track of loved ones or using Google Maps to explore somewhere new. But sometimes, it's not reliable. Sometimes, it's a bit off... or wildly off! Let's explore some reasons as to why your location is hard to pin point... 1. Weak or Obstructed GPS Signal GPS works best when your device has a clear view of the sky. When you’re indoors, underground, or surrounded by tall buildings (often called “urb

Josie Scarlott
Josie Scarlott
09/04/2026·2 min read
Uplifting Corners of the Internet

Uplifting Corners of the Internet

In a time where internet safety is extremely important and relevant, I thought it would be nice to show that the online world isn't all doom and gloom... Good News Network Since 1997 the Good News Network has been an antidote for the seemingly always negative mainstream media. Here you can read about all the good news going on around the globe - even in different languages! Positive News Another great source for uplifting, lovely stories, you can even sign up to their newsletter for a dose

Josie Scarlott
Josie Scarlott
27/10/2025·1 min read
10 ways to verify someone online

10 ways to verify someone online

Do you remember when meeting people online was considered "weird"!? As we all increasingly move towards a more digital life, with online banking, online dating, and online grocery shopping, it's now totally normal to have "online" friends. But if we don't meet them "IRL" (in-real-life), how on earth do we make sure they are who they say they are... Here are 10 ways to verify someone online... Before they become your online BFFL (best friend for life!) 1. Do you know them in real life? Start

Josie Scarlott
Josie Scarlott
18/09/2025·2 min read