As technology continues to advance, smartwatches have become a popular gift for children. It is important to remember that at St Catherine’s, smartwatches with internet access, messaging capabilities, and cameras are completely prohibited, even if these functions can be temporarily disabled. Smartwatches have both advantages and disadvantages that parents should consider. One significant downside is […]
Read MoreOnline Safety 06/11/24 – ‘Add Everyone’ WhatsApp Groups
There have been recent growing concerns regarding a WhatsApp group phenomenon known as ‘Add Everyone’. These groups, which can take various forms, are alarming due to their potential to expose children and young people to explicit and harmful content, including sexual imagery, material promoting self-harm, and other inappropriate messages. These groups often lack control over […]
Read MoreOnline Safety – 23/10/25 – Roblox
A new report has highlighted serious safety concerns with the popular online game Roblox, which is used by many primary-aged children. Subsequently, child safety campaigners have urged the UK communications watchdog to make a change in online safety laws. Although the game appears child-friendly, researchers found evidence of pornography and predators targeting children. Cases of […]
Read MoreOnline Safety – 09/10/24 – Reporting Harmful Content
Recent research indicates that children are often reluctant to take action when they encounter harmful content or behaviours online. As a community, we can ensure that our children feel empowered to respond appropriately. At home, start by fostering open conversations about your children’s online experiences; if your child shares something distressing, it is crucial to […]
Read MoreOnline Safety – 02/10/24 – Digital 5-a-day
As part of our online safety focus in school, some classes have looked at the digital 5-a-day. This is a really useful way of ensuring that our device use is positive. It focuses less on the length of screen time and more on the quality of screen time. Devices have provided children with a way […]
Read More6G Weekly Learning w/e 27/09/24
6G have enjoyed creating posters for our online safety display which included what a ‘digital footprint’ is and what is and isn’t appropriate and safe to share online.
Read MoreOnline Safety – 25/09/24 – Fortnite
As many of you may be aware, Fortnite continues to be extremely popular among primary-aged children. However, it is crucial for parents to be aware of the associated risks. As of November 2023, Fortnite holds a PEGI rating of 12, indicating that the content is deemed suitable for children aged 12 and above. It is […]
Read MoreOnline Safety – 18/09/24 – Online Safety at Home
During online safety lessons at St Catherine’s, we focus on a number of key topics including: responsible use of social media, the importance of being a good online friend, and how to effectively report incidents of bullying or misuse. However, it is essential to remember that children often learn most from the behaviour models around […]
Read MoreOnline Safety – 12/09/24 – Sharing Photos Online
Children’s school years are full of milestones which can mean many photos that are frequently shared online. Whilst this is often a very positive thing to do, it can come with some risks that are worth taking into consideration. Ensuring all your social media accounts are private is the best place to start, however do […]
Read MoreOnline Safety – 04/09/24- Acceptable Use Policies
As our new school year begins, we will be asking KS1 and KS2 children to sign the Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) before they begin using technology at school. This document includes what children must remember in order to stay safe online both when they are at home and at school. The document will also be […]
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