ZEPETO is a popular app that allows children aged 13 and above to create 3D avatars and explore vibrant virtual worlds. Its age rating is somewhat contentious, with the Google Play store classifying it for ages 3+, while the Apple store rates it at 12+, causing concern among parents regarding its suitability for younger users. […]
Read More5G Weekly Learning w/e 04/04/25
Children used Digimaps, to find the perimeter and area of an allotment in Barnet.
Read MoreOnline Safety – 02/04/25– Reporting Inappropriate or Harmful Content
Frequently, harmful and inappropriate online content seen by goes unreported by children. This could be the result of a number of issues such as, the feeling of shame, embarrassment or that they might get into trouble. In some cases, it may go unreported as children do not know what they need to do in order […]
Read More3E Weekly Learning w/e 28/03/25
This week 3E were exploring different ways to move a sprite on scratch. They had to get their sprite from the start of the maze to the finish.
Read MoreOnline Safety – 26/03/25 – Online Challenges
In recent years, many online challenges have emerged that encourage creativity and teamwork, such as the Ice Bucket Challenge, which raised funds for charity, and various dance challenges that promote physical activity. While these positive challenges can foster a sense of community and engagement, it is essential to remain vigilant about the negative aspects that […]
Read More6S Weekly Learning w/e 14/03/25
This week 6S enjoyed exploring Excel and understanding how to use formulas to create spreadsheets.
Read MoreOnline Safety – 19/03/25- TikTok
As parents of primary-aged children, it is crucial to stay informed about the digital landscape your children inhabit. TikTok, an immensely popular social media platform with approximately 1.7 billion monthly active users, is particularly appealing to young people due to its short-form video content. However, it poses several risks that parents should be aware of. […]
Read More6G Weekly Learning w/e 07/03/25
6G collected data in groups before presenting it in a spreadsheet and exploring Excel.
Read MoreOnline Safety – 12/03/25– WhatsApp
You must be at least 13 years old to register for and use WhatsApp and due to the issues that can arise, particularly around groups chats, we strongly recommend that your child avoids using WhatsApp until they are older. There are many features of WhatsApp that could prove harmful for children. Firstly, the ‘Chat Lock’ […]
Read MoreOnline Safety – 05/03/25– PEGI age ratings
PEGI, Pan European Game Information, is the legally enforceable games rating system in the UK and useful tool for parents to ensure their child is playing games suitable for their age. All games released in the UK will have one of the following PEGI age ratings on the packaging: 3, 7, 12, 16 or 18. […]
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