Online and E-Safety
At Castle Manor Academy we believe that we all have a role to play in ensuring that children are kept safe whilst using technology. E-safety covers not only the Internet but also the use of computers, tablets, games consoles as well as mobile phones and televisions.
If you are worried about online sexual abuse or the way someone has been communicating with your child online then you can make a report to CEOP at the link below:
CEOP
At School
There are several elements to e-Safety that we cover through the curriculum at Castle Manor Academy and we also outline our rules for safe use of technology and how pupils should behave through our Acceptable Use Policy.
At Home
It is Important that you have conversations with your child in order to support them online and with electronic devices.
- Ask your children to tell you about the sites they like to visit and what they enjoy doing online.
- Ask them about how they stay safe online. What tips do they have for you, and where did they learn them? What is OK and not OK to share?
- Ask them if they know where to go for help, where to find the safety advice, privacy settings and how to report or block on the services they use.
- Encourage them to help. Perhaps they can show you how to do something better online or they might have a friend who would benefit from their help and support.
- Think about how you use the internet as a family. What could you do to get more out of the internet together and further enjoy your lives online
Useful Resources
Advice is available from a range of websites. Each has a wide range of tips, videos and useful information.
Safety Advice
Technology does not have to be something to fear. For parents there are Controls/Tools that can be used to limit features of consoles and mobile phones so that risks can be lowered