You will be aware the internet hosts many exciting opportunities for education.
The online world is a wonderful place for young people to explore, with unprecedented opportunities for learning and creativity, but just like the real world there are risks and dangers they should be aware of and which we should all act to protect them from.
As a school we encourage the use of technology as an important part of our pupils’ development but always want them to spend their time online safely. As a parent/carer you can play a significant part in ensuring this.
Just a few simple steps by all of us can help keep them safe and give young people the awareness to know what to do if they feel uncomfortable about anything they encounter while on the internet.
To raise any concerns regarding online safety issues please contact Mrs. Hopper on: admin@cheddington.bucks.sch.uk
School's Responsibility
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To teach about online safety including safe use of online communication and social media
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To teach the productive, safe and positive use of digital technology through Computing lessons and across the curriculum
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To monitor children’s use of technology, recording and dealing with any incidents in line with our online safety policy
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To deal with bullying, including online bullying, in line with school policy
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To only use online content from sites and apps that is age appropriate
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To share only information and images, opinions and information that identify individuals in a respectful and positive manner and with permission in line with our data protection policy
Parents' Responsibility
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To consider the role model they are providing to their children
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To monitor their child's computer, phone and tablet use including messages sent and received
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To consider the advice shared by school for children and parents
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To deal with inappropriate messaging between children outside of school (e.g. removing their child's access to phones or chat groups)
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To only allow children access to apps and websites that are age appropriate
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To not share images, information or opinions about children, parents or staff in school on social media without their consent
Child's Responsibility
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To use digital devices in a safe, useful and kind way
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To follow the advice from your teacher and your learning about online safety from lessons in school
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To comply with our internet acceptable use policy when using school equipment during the day, and out of school hours if your activity could affect other children in school (messaging or sharing with them)
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To only access and use apps and sites in school as directed by your teacher
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To not share any image, opinion or information about any other person without their consent