E-Safety

New technologies and your child...
From your home PC, a games console or mobile phone, young people are increasingly accessing the internet whenever and wherever  they can. For parents, this fast growing trend can seem like a whole new world, along with its own language and customs to master, whether its blogging, social networking or Skype…

So what is e-Safety and why do I need to know about it?
As a parent, you will want to protect your child – in the same way you would warn them to be wary of strangers in the real world, e-safety skills are skills for life. Our e-Safety Programme @ Greenford is aimed at raising awareness of online risks, so that you and your child can get the most from the internet, whilst staying safe. For  top tips, listen to presentation above, recorded by one of our Yr 11 students. Make sure you turn your volume up.

 

Coming soon…
So that you can understand more about these technologies, we are working with CEOP, the Child Exploitation Online Protection Centre, to develop a training and awareness programme at school, with resources specially designed for you and your children. Watch this space!

And Finally
Remember, the internet is a really valuable tool for learning and if used safely, the benefits far outweigh the dangers. So don't be put off letting your child explore,  It's really a matter of taking some simple steps and talking to your child. You can also read our Student Acceptable User Policy for further information. Happy Surfing! 

 

Useful Links
Student Acceptable User Policy

CEOP – Child Exploitation & Protection Agency
http://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/

Childnet International – Internet safety information for parents and children
http://www.childnet-int.org/

 

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