The Student Acceptable Use Policy outlines how Students must use the internet and their electronic devices to ensure they are safe and create a positive digital footprint. Staff introduce and explain this to the students and it is revisited throughout the year.

The Student Acceptable Use Policy can also be found in the student planners and on notice boards around the school and boarding houses.

 

Managing social media

The Anna Freud Centre's Managing social media booklet aims to highlight some key social media issues and offers advice and guidance for young people on how to minimise the impact of social media on their mental health. 

Getting distracted by all those notifications? Frustrated that you can’t focus?

Hold is an app that rewards you for not using your phone. Available on Google Play and the App Store.

Has something scared you online?

The Internet is great. But it can be a scary place and you can sometimes end up seeing things, you wish you hadn't. Often this stuff can just pop up without warning. If something online has upset, worried or scared you, don’t panic, there are things you can do.

Have you been contacted by an adult you don't know? 

Gurls Out Loud is a campaign from the Internet Watch Foundation aimed at empowering girls to block, report and tell someone if they are asked by an adult for explicit images. Everyday girls are contacted online by adults who try to manipulate or groom them for sexual exploitation. The campaign has a website with more information: Home - Gurls Out Loud

Do you get stressed about your Socials? 

Over the last year (and 3 lockdowns) many of us have clocked up some serious hours online. Jade Laurice and her friend, KB, share tips on how to avoid getting stressed about your socials and what else they do to feel good.

https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/mental-wellbeing-tips/youth-mental-health/

 

 

 

The online world is a fantastic resource which opens up a world of information and communication. Of course, as with all things, young people need support in learning how to use it safely and protect themselves online. It is vital that schools and parents/guardians work together to safeguard our young people while building resilience. Below are some useful links for parents and guardians which provide up to date information about e-safety and staying safe online.

Talking to children about Online Grooming

A new IWF safety campaign aims to help parents have conversations with their children about keeping their 'door' closed to child sexual abusers.

Thinkuknow

Thinkuknow is an education programme from the National Crime Agency’s CEOP Command. If you're worried about your child and think something is not quite right, it's best to be on the safe side and find out more.

NSPCC

It can be hard to know how to talk to your child about online safety. From setting up parental controls to advice on sexting, online games and video apps, NSPCC can help you to understand the risks and keep your child safe.

Net Aware

Net Aware brings together the NSPCC’s expertise in protecting children and O2’s tech know-how, they've got everything you need to help you keep your children safe online. Whether you’re an online expert or you’re unsure of where to start, they are there to help.

National Online Safety

At National Online Safety, it is their mission to make the internet a safer place for children. They help to equip school staff, parents and children with the knowledge they need to understand online dangers and how best to react should an incident arise. They provide online safety guides for parents and carers. Here you will find the most up to date guides for social media apps and platforms. 

Childnet

Whether you’re puzzled by parental controls or would like to get knowledgeable about gaming, this wesbite can help. We all know that it can sometimes be challenging to keep up to speed with what children and young people are doing online. On this page you’ll find a whole host of useful ways to help keep your child safe.

Parent Zone

Parent Zone are the experts in digital family life. We provide support and information to parents, children and schools, working globally to help families to navigate the internet safely and confidently. We work with parents, schools, governments and businesses to study, understand and address the impact of emerging technologies on young people.

Parent Info

Parent Info is a collaboration between Parent Zone and NCA-CEOP, providing support and guidance for parents from leading experts and organisations.