Online Safety
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We have an Online Safety Policy - see our Policies page to read this.
These websites and references have useful information for parent and carers on the use of the internet and e-safety. This website is by CEOP (child Exploitation and Online Protection) and has guidance for the children in age brackets so you can select your child’s age or the closest to it General advice on safe internet use Look at their section called Share Aware - it's aimed at older children but you can stay one step ahead. There is a section called Online Safety and you can sign up for free workshops Also look at Net Aware which keeps you up to date with social media and talking to you child about staying safe online. Parents guides to apps, technology, online gaming, downloading viruses and social networking. This website has useful information on lots of topics such as watching television This website gives information on all types of media, film, TV, games and phones. |
The new LGFL Portal for Parents is a very good place to start
Children's Rights (UNICEF)
Here are some of the rights that apply when considering online safety Article 17 Every child has the right to reliable information from the media. This should be information that children understand. Governments must help protect children from materials that could harm them Article 18 Both parents share responsibility for bringing up their child and should always consider what is best for the child. Governments must support parents by giving them the help they need. 
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