Online Safety
What are the issues?
The internet – on the whole is an inspiring and positive place.
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, the internet is always changing, and being able to keep up to date with your children’s use of technology can be a challenge.
You may sometimes feel that your children have better technical skills than you do, however children and young people still need advice and protection when it comes to managing their lives online.
Issues that your child may encounter on the internet will vary depending on their age and online activities.
Organisations and websites offering further information and support for online safety:
Play Like Share –
Play Like Share follows the adventures of Sam, Ellie and Alfie as they form a band and enter their school’s Battle of the Bands contest, taking on the mean but ‘cool’ Popcorn Wizards as they go. The three friends learn that while the internet can help, they need to use it wisely and safely.
The aim of the films is to help 8-10 year olds learn how to stay safe online. In particular, the films teach them to spot the early signs of manipulative, pressurising and threatening behaviour by people they might meet online, and develops their confidence to respond safely and get help.
Be Share Aware –
Keep your child safe online
We tell our children it’s good to share – but online it’s different. In fact sometimes sharing online can be dangerous. Being Share Aware will help keep your child safe online.
Watch and share a short film and take a look at some straightforward advice that will untangle the web, and give parents confidence in talking to their children about how to stay safe online.
Issues
Advice
‘An analysis of pupils’ work by inspectors showed good gains in knowledge, skills and
understanding in reading, mathematics and a wide range of subjects.’
‘Teachers ask supplementary questions to make sure that pupils have a full understanding of the work they are doing and are making good progress. ‘
‘Children settle quickly into Reception and make good progress because of good leadership and
good teaching.’
‘Pupils engage effectively in learning and enjoy school.’
‘The curriculum offers many exciting opportunities for learning.’
‘The school promotes spiritual, moral, social and cultural education very well.’
‘All pupils spoken to say they are safe in school and they enjoy school.’
‘The enhanced provision, The Bridge, is making a significantly positive contribution to pupils’ ability to self-manage their needs.’
‘Currently, pupils, including disadvantaged pupils, develop good skills and knowledge in reading,
mathematics and a wide range of subjects. ’
‘Staff morale is high and there is a shared sense of purpose and a desire for all pupils to
achieve their full potential.’
‘Pupils participate in competitive sports, such as cross-country, squash and football, as well as winning local dance competitions.’
‘School leaders
and governors are passionate about pupils’ achievement and personal development. ‘
‘The extra funding for those pupils who have SEN and/or disabilities is used highly
effectively.’
‘Pupils study a wide range of subjects and have a good range of additional activities to
broaden their experiences.’
‘The special educational needs coordinator identifies the needs of pupils very accurately and makes sure strong provision is in place to meet pupils’ needs.’
‘The local authority has a clear picture of the development of the school and has supported this school securely on its journey of improvement.’
‘The primary school physical education and sports funding is used very well.’
‘Parents value the school’s work highly. They believe the school is well led and indicate that the new headteacher has improved the school and that staff are supporting their children well.’
‘Governors make a strong contribution to the development of the school.’
‘Parents and carers have a very high level of confidence in the work of the school.’
‘The headteacher has made sure that senior leaders, and middle leaders, have had very
effective training’
‘There is full engagement by the school in a local sports partnership. Pupils say that they
enjoy sport.’
‘Teachers’ skilful questioning is used well, especially in guided reading and in mathematics to deepen pupils’ learning.’
‘The headteacher and governors have high expectations of staff and pupils.’
‘Astute use of professional development and support for staff has resulted in good teaching.’
‘Teachers assess pupils’ work accurately and use their good subject knowledge to plan
interesting tasks that engage pupils well.’
‘Pupils are pleasant,
polite and respectful. Attendance is above
average.’
‘Pupils make a good contribution to their learning.’
‘The school’s enhanced provision for those pupils who have special educational needs (SEN) and/or disabilities is a strength of the school,’
‘Pupils take part in
visits to places of interest that then contribute
very well to their learning.’