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 MoreOnline Safety – 20/03/24– TikTok
TikTok remains a popular app amongst young people and despite its age limit of 13+, many children still have a TikTok account. This is enabled by the fact that there are very few checks in place to ensure that users signing up are over the age of 13. While TikTok can be a source of […]
Read MoreOnline Safety – 20/03/24– Online Challenges- Chroming
Chroming is when people breathe in chemicals like sprays, gases, and other things to feel high and has become a trend on apps such as TikTok. Recently, it was reported that an 11-year-old boy in Lancashire passed away after chroming at a sleepover. Chroming is extremely dangerous because it can harm your heart, lungs, brain, […]
Read MoreOnline Safety – Be Real
BeReal is a social media app that remains popular amongst young people. Every day at a different time, the app alerts users that it’s time to take a photo of what they are doing in the moment. The user then loads the photo and can decide whether they share it with friends or everyone. The […]
Read MoreOnline Safety – 07/03/24 – Positive uses of technology
In this digital age, technology has become an integral part of children’s lives, offering both opportunities and challenges. It’s crucial to ensure that technology is used positively and responsibly. Encouraging open communication about online activities, setting clear guidelines for screen time, and promoting a healthy balance between technology and other activities are essential steps. Additionally, […]
Read MoreOnline Safety – 28/02/24 – VPNs
As technology becomes increasingly integrated into our daily lives, it’s essential to understand tools like Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and their potential implications for your children’s online activities. VPNs, in simple terms, are secure networks that allow users to access the internet privately and anonymously by masking their IP addresses. While VPNs offer legitimate privacy […]
Read MoreOnline Safety – 07/02/24 – Kick
Kick a live-streaming platform where creators can live-stream various content including gambling and gaming. The platform is free to use but creators can gain revenue through different methods. Kick is similar to Twitch in that it carries many risks for children and in fact carries many more risks than Twitch. The platform contains very little in […]
Read MoreOnline Safety – 31/01/24 – Safer Internet Day 2024
Tuesday 6th February is Safer Internet day. The theme this year is: “Inspiring change? Making a difference, managing influence and navigating change online.” On Safer Internet Day itself, all classes will learn more about the theme. To find out how you can support your child with this year’s theme, visit the Safer Internet Day UK website […]
Read MoreOnline Safety Workshops and Virtual Parent Session
Thank you to parents and carers of year 4 and 6 who attended the workshops this week. The feedback has been extremely positive. We strongly encourage parents and carers of children in year 2, 3 and 5 to sign up to the upcoming sessions in school via the link in your Ping messages. As well […]
Read MoreOnline Safety – 24/01/24 – Journal (iOS app)
Apple regularly updates its iOS software and many iPhones will have ‘automatic updates’ selected meaning, provided the phone has enough storage and charge, it will install the updated software automatically. With a recent update (iOS 17.2), an iOS app called ‘Journal’ was installed, with the goal of providing a space for users to reflect privately […]
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