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Online Safety information for parents

Our pupils are growing up in a world of ever-changing technology. While we feel that the use of technology is a largely positive aspect of modern life, we cannot ignore the risks that can be associated.

At Riverbridge Primary School we aim to:

  • support children to use technology safely, respectfully and responsibly;
  • recognise acceptable and unacceptable behaviour;
  • identify a range of ways to report concerns about content and contact;
  • identify where to go for help and support when they have concerns about content or contact on the Internet or other online technologies.

Our school policy on e-safety is written in line with Surrey School's guidance and advice and can be found on our school website. All children, parents, staff and governors have been asked to sign our "e-safety acceptable use agreement" which demonstrates our on-going commitment to safe guarding and keeping children safe. Staff and Governors receive Safe Guarding training which includes e-safety, annually.

Children at Riverbridge learn about e-safety through the Surrey School's e-safety scheme of work. This is taught from Year Reception to Year 6 and is done so alongside ICT and Computing. We also have a "Safer Internet Day" where we explore the potential risks online and the children are involved in making decisions about different scenarios presented to them.

Children in Year 5 and Year 6 take this learning a step further through LEAP Education and Coaching. A coach visits the school to run workshops with our older children to ensure they are ready for secondary school and are technology aware.

Various charities and organisations often visit Riverbridge and through assemblies remind children of Internet safety and acceptable use.

We understand that much of our pupil's use of the internet will occur at home, away from the school filters. Below are a list of useful websites, advice and resources that you may find helpful when navigating the issue of online safety with your child. At the bottom of this page are resources that your child can directly access as well to help them learn about online safety.

Useful resources and links

Thinkuknow 
http://www.thinkuknow.co.uk
Thinkuknow is an education programme from the National Crime Agency’s CEOP Command. Since 2006, it aims to ensure that everyone has access to this practical information – children, young people, their parents and carers and the professionals who work with them. 

Internet Matters 
https://www.internetmatters.org/advice/esafety-leaflets-resources/
A comprehensive web resource with a wide array of tips and advice on how to navigate the online world with your child. Some of their guidance we attach below but you can find even more by visiting the link. 

National Online Safety 
https://nationalonlinesafety.com/resources/platform-guides/
National Online Safety's mission is to make the internet a safer place for children. They aim to do this by equipping school staff, parents and children with the knowledge they need to understand online dangers and how best to react should an incident arise. The link above provides up to date information about a wide variety of social media apps and platforms your child might be using.

NSPCC 
http://www.nspcc.org.uk/preventing-abuse/keeping-children-safe/share-aware/
The NSPCC are the first to admit that the internet is amazing. Children can play, learn, create and connect - opening up a whole world of exciting possibilities. But with the digital world changing all the time, how can you make sure your child’s staying safe? That’s where the NSPCC come in. Whether you’re an online expert or you’re not sure where to start, their tools and advice will help you keep your child safe.

Childnet 
http://www.childnet.com/parents-and-carers
Childnet International is a registered UK charity that aims to make the internet a safe place for children and young people. Packed with resources it is a great resource for parents.

CEOP 
http://ceop.police.uk/safety-centre/
Child Exploitation and Online Protection (CEOP) is part of the National Crime Agency and their website can be used to report if you are worried about online abuse or the way someone is communicating online.

A guide to Apps & Social Media

The number of apps and social media channels your child could be exposed to grow all the time, as does an app's functionality. We recommend you visit Net Aware to read the latest and most current advice on over 70 apps to ensure you know what they do, how you can limit their features as well as recommended age restrictions.

https://www.net-aware.org.uk/

The apps included are:

  • Fortnite
  • Instagram
  • Snapchat
  • YouTube
  • Minecraft
  • Clash of Clans & Clash Royale
  • Kik
  • Friv
  • Dubsmash
  • Wink
  • YOLO
  • TikTok
  • And many, many more

Resources for children to use

Below are some links that children themselves can access for help when navigating the tricky subject of online safety,

Reception – Year 2

Below are a number of links that are tailored for children in the younger year groups.
https://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/5_7/ 
https://www.netsmartzkids.org/
https://www.childnet.com/resources/smartie-the-penguin

Year 3 – Year 6

Below are links more suitable for older children.
https://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/8_10/
https://www.nsteens.org/

  1. Internet Matters: A parent's guide to digital and moving to secondary schoolpdf File
  2. Internet Matters: A parent's guide to discovering digital at Primary Schoolpdf File
  3. Internet Matters: How to start a conversation about digital safety with your childpdf File
  4. Internet Matters: 0-5 years Parent Online Safety Tipspdf File
  5. Internet Matters: 6-10 years Parent Online Safety Tipspdf File
  6. Internet Matters: 11-13 years Parent Online Safety Tipspdf File
  7. Internet Matters: Online gaming tipspdf File
  8. Internet Matters: Screen Time Guidepdf File
  9. Internet Matters: Social Media Top Tipspdf File
  10. Parents guide to Hoop apppdf File
  11. Parents guide to Rocket Leaguepdf File
  12. Parents Guide to Snapchatpdf File
  13. Parents Guide to Netflixpdf File
  14. Parents guide to age inappropriate contentpdf File
  15. Parents guide to age inappropriate contentpdf File
  16. Parents Guide to Replikapdf File
  17. Parents Guide to Whatsapppdf File
  18. Parents Guide to Yubopdf File
  19. Parents Guide to Facebookpdf File
  20. Parents guide to spotting ads on social mediapdf File
  21. Parents Guide to Group Chatspdf File
  22. Parents Guide to online safety for under 5spdf File
  23. Parents Guide to Discordpdf File
  24. Parents Guide to Virtual Realitypdf File
  25. Parents Guide to Twitchpdf File
  26. Parents Guide to esportspdf File
  27. Parents Guide to Minecraftpdf File
  28. Parents Guide to Steampdf File
  29. Parents Guide to Robloxpdf File
  30. Parents Guide to Redditpdf File
  31. Parents Guide to Fifa 23pdf File
  32. Parents Guide to Senditpdf File
  33. Parents Guide to Overwatch 2pdf File
  34. Parents Guide to Amigopdf File
  35. Parents Guide to Combatting Online Bullyingpdf File
  36. Parents Guide to Call of Duty Modern Warfare IIpdf File
  37. Parents Guide to TikTokpdf File
  38. Parents Guide to HiPalpdf File
  39. Parents Guide to World of Warcraftpdf File
  40. Parents Guide to Twitterpdf File
  41. Parents Guide to Artificial Intelligence Solutionspdf File
  42. Parents Guide to Spotifypdf File
  43. Parents Guide to NGLpdf File
  44. Parents Guide to iPadspdf File
  45. Parents Guide to Stronger Passwordspdf File
  46. Parents Guide to Managing device stress and anxietypdf File
  47. Parents Guide to Fortnite Chapter 4pdf File
  48. Parents Guide to Wizzpdf File
  49. Parents Guide to Smartwatchespdf File
  50. Parents Guide to Telegrampdf File
  51. Parents Guide to Influencerspdf File
  52. Parents Guide to Animepdf File
  53. Parents Guide to Ometvpdf File
  54. Parents Guide to Money Mulingpdf File
  55. Parents Guide to Virtual Friendspdf File
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