Internet Safety
Children and young people’s lives have changed dramatically because of the coronavirus. With social distancing measures and most schools facing class closures, children will be spending more time at home and online.
The internet can be a great place for children and young people to learn, explore and play. It is a great tool for staying in touch with friends and family as well as interacting with the world around them. The internet can also be an incredibly inclusive, creative and fulfilling place. However, the virtual online world can be dangerous too and can present great risk of potential harm to our children and young people. It is important that we are aware of how to ensure that our children are safe when online. For our children here at Springwell, that risk is very real. They may not be aware of potential dangers or what to do when they face them.
Here are some top tips for parents:
Children and young people’s lives have changed dramatically because of the coronavirus. With social distancing measures and most schools facing class closures, children will be spending more time at home and online. Now more than ever it’s important to ensure that our children are using the internet safely. It’s important to talk to your child about staying safe online and about the apps and sites they’re using.
Links:
- Safe online during coronavirus
Childline
- Online bullying guide for parents
- Guides & Resources for Parents & Carers
- Online Safety and Coronavirus
- Keeping your child's phone safe
- Let's talk about life online
- Online Safety Home Activity Pack
BBC
- Supporting children to be safe online
- Advice by age: setting controls
- Supporting SEND, LAC and LGBTQ+ children online
UK Safer Internet Centre
- Lots of guidance, support and advice: organisers of annual Internet Safety Day
Get safe Online
- Safe use of computers for parents and children
National Safety Online
- Resources and guidance, updated regularly
Thinkuknow
- Support for reporting concerns & activity packs for families
Reporting Harmful Content
- Dealing with and reporting harmful content on the internet
CEOP (Child Exploitation and Online Protection Command)
- Dealing with and reporting harmful content relating specifically to children