Online safety

There are lots of great things to do on the Internet from playing games, looking for something for school, listening to music, watching video clips or just looking for cool stuff. But you also need to know how to stay safe online and what to do if you come across something you don’t like. On this page you can find websites to help your children stay safe online as well as links to information for parents and carers.

The opportunities that computing gives our young people as they grow are both wide and fantastic. Even as little as ten or fifteen years ago the technology being used today would seem amazing. With this ever-changing world comes ever changing challenges. It is important that all children are kept safe from things which could make them upset or put them at risk. At school we help the children to think about their use and behaviour of computers. In discussions with them and using government advice we can minimise the risks.

E-safety is an integral part of children’s education in today’s digital world and is embedded in their learning at school. We also want to help our parents and children improve their own understanding of e-safety issues so they can learn to use the Internet and all digital media in a safe and secure way.

To try and help you with the fast moving and changing world of Internet and social media we’ve suggested a few Internet sites below which are fantastic resources and fact sheets which contain information on different types of social media and how to help keep children safe. It’s important to remember however that the legal age to have an account on most social media – Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Snapchat – is 13 years old.

Always be careful when you are using the Internet. It can help you to keep in touch with your friends and help your education – but it can also cause harm – to you and to others.

Remember help is always available at school if you are having any problems online.

Don’t be afraid to talk to your teacher or another adult at school.

If you or anyone you know is worried about Child Exploitation, Online Protection or anything related to Internet safety please click the link below which will take you to the CEOP reporting website:

Children can make a report to CEOP at https://www.ceop.police.uk/safety-centre/

Designated Online Safety Officer

Acceptable use of the Internet and E-Safety Policy

ONLINE SAFETY NEWSLETTERS

LINKS FOR CHILDREN

Think U Know for 5-7 year olds

5, 6 or 7? This website has been set up just for you, to help you go on the internet in a safe way and know who to talk to if you are worried.

Think U Know for 8-10 year olds

Showing you what’s good, look at what’s not and show you ways you can get yourself out of bad situations.

CBBC Stay Safe: Advice on Internet Safety

Includes interactive clips from Tracy Beaker, a Newsround Special and Dongle’s Guide to be SMART.

Kidsmart

Gives you lots of advice on how to stay safe online. There’s a section for kids under 11 years old and a separate section for those over 11 years old.

Newsround Internet Safety Quiz

Test your knowledge of internet safety with this quiz from CBBC Newsround. There’s also further information if you’re not sure on anything.

Safety Land

Safety land is normally a very nice place to live, but a nasty character is sending yucky emails and messages. Captain Broadband needs your help to find the nasty character. You need to navigate around Safety land answering questions. When you have answered them all correctly, the nasty character will be taken to jail and you’ll become a certified hero, just like Captain Broadband.