E-safety
The internet is an exciting place and we aim to support students to be aware of its benefits and risks in order to use it confidently and safely.
, gives some useful tips for parents on this subject. Parents, carers and students can also find out more from the following websites:
Top Tips from Childnet International
- Protect your online reputation: use the services provided to manage your digital footprints and ‘think before you post.’ Content posted online can last forever and could be shared publicly by anyone.
- Know where to find help: understand how to report to service providers and use blocking and deleting tools. If something happens that upsets you online, it’s never too late to tell someone.
- Don’t give in to pressure: if you lose your inhibitions you've lost control; once you’ve pressed send you can’t take it back.
- Respect the law: use reliable services and know how to legally access the music, film and TV you want.
- Acknowledge your sources: use trustworthy content and remember to give credit when using others’ work/ideas.
Support for parents and carers
The following websites offer support to parents and carers to help them ensure children our using the internet safely and responsibly.