It is important to us that pupils receive the full benefits of the technology we have to offer but it is equally important to us that our pupils are educated on using technology safely. E-safety is rooted in our curriculum and is continually revisited throughout the year. It is vital that our pupils are aware of how to ensure they stay safe when using technology in school and at home, as well as educating our children of where to seek help if they do come across something that concerns them when using technology.
If you have any queries regarding e-safety and safeguarding, please email Mrs Legg on clegg@bramingham.net
Safer Internet Day
We are sure you will all agree that particularly under the current circumstances, it is important that parents and children understand the importance of e-safety. We, at Bramingham, highlight the importance of Safer Internet Day each year. In addition to the day, e-safety is embedded throughout our computing and PHSE curriculum. Below are some links - for tips and advice.
CEOP HOME ACTIVITY PACKS FOR PARENTS
CEOP has created a page to support parents during Covid-19 and the closure of schools. Each fortnight, they will be releasing new home activity packs with simple 15 minute activities you can do with your child to support their online safety at home. There are separate pages for each of the age groups as listed below. (Click on the link to go to the page you require).
FORTNITE - a parent's guide.
Read the information here to find out more about Fortnite and things you should be aware of in order to help your child stay safe online.
Note that Fortnite has been rated as suitable for ages 12 and upwards, but there is no age verification process, so there is nothing to stop younger children accessing it. There are risks associated with it. As a parent, the most important thing that you can do is to talk to your child about his or her online activity. Make sure you know what they're doing, who they're talking to, and consider taking additional appropriate steps to make sure they stay safe.
Talk to us at school if you are concerned about your child's online behaviour, or if you have any queries.
Speak to your child's class teacher or email Mrs. Robinson on brobinson@bramingham.net
OTHER USEFUL RESOURCES AND GUIDANCE FOR PARENTS
Please click on the links below to download the relevant resources for keeping your child safe when using the Internet.
Internet Matters
A new website has been set up to provide advice for parents about how to keep their children safe online. Click on the image above to go there.
Keeping your child safe online
The online world offers a wealth of fantastic opportunities for children to learn and have fun – but it’s important to help them stay safe in the online world, just the same as you would do in ‘real life’. There are lots of resources to help you do this; the two links listed here both offer excellent advice and information:
Childnet International’s Know-it-all for Parents
The online world offers a wealth of fantastic opportunities for children to learn and have fun – but it’s important to help them stay safe in the online world, just the same as you would do in ‘real life’. There are lots of resources to help you do this; the two links listed here both offer excellent advice and information:
Childnet International’s Know-it-all for Parents
The UK Safer Internet Centre has some excellent new resources for parents.
Click here to go to their site.
Click here to go to their site.
Keeping your under-5s safe online.
Whether it’s watching videos, playing games on their devices or talking to Alexa – today’s under 5s are spending more time online. In this article, CEOP look at the benefits of children accessing the internet, and share advice about how to make sure your child has a safe experience online.
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Parental Help Link from our partner LGFL With parental engagement vitPal to reinforce those key safeguarding messages, we’ve made it easier for you with ParentSafe – our new one-stop location offers parents support and advice on settings, apps, games, talking to children about life online, screen time and key topics from bullying and porn to extremism and gangs. |
