The internet is an amazing resource which enables children and young people to connect, communicate and be creative in a number of different ways, on a range of devices. However, sadly there are also risks posed to children online.
As a parent or carer you play a key role in helping your child to stay safe online. You don’t need to be an expert on the internet to help keep your child stay safe online.
At Two Mile Hill Primary school our approach to Online Safety is based on addressing the following categories of risk:
Online Safety is an important part of our Safeguarding culture. Through our teaching of Online Safety we make sure that our pupils are aware of what to do if they experience issues related to any these 4 categories of risk.
A copy of the school Online Safety Policy can be found below.
Useful Online Safety websites:
Below are some useful information sheets for some of the more popular apps and games that your children may be accessing online. These include some useful online safety tips for parents and carers with the appropriate age-ratings.
For more information and to access other parental guides, please visit https://nationalonlinesafety.com/guides
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