Please see below links to advice published by the government for parents on keeping their children safe while online.
Coronavirus (COVID-19): support for parents and carers to keep children safe online:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-keeping-children-safe-online/coronavirus-covid-19-support-for-parents-and-carers-to-keep-children-safe-online
Guidance for parents and carers on supporting children and young people’s mental health and wellbeing during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-guidance-on-supporting-children-and-young-peoples-mental-health-and-wellbeing/guidance-for-parents-and-carers-on-supporting-children-and-young-peoples-mental-health-and-wellbeing-during-the-coronavirus-covid-19-outbreak
You were taught road safety,
You were taught rail safety,
You were taught to play safely.
But now we are in the 21st Century and your children need to be taught online safety.
Children access the Internet on:
They play games online with friends and strangers, blog, chat, enter competitions, socialise, email, watch TV, download and upload personal details. They are creative at making images, music, films and web content.
This page will provide you with some basic information to help you feel more confident in supporting your child to be safe online.
There are many benefits of having access to digital technologies. Here are some of them:
You can make a huge difference if you talk to your child about how they use digital technology, let them know you are there to guide them and pass on essential safety advice. Here are some do’s and don’ts:
Remote learning can be a great way to continue learning outside the classroom, particularly in difficult circumstances.
We understand the idea of remote learning is not always straightforward and there can be a number of factors parents need to consider, especially around ensuring their children feel safe and comfortable with the whole concept.
With such an increase in the time now spent online by students, there is also a proportionate increase in the potential risks to them. The document links below give useful guidance on how to help your children stay safe while working online:
Download our Online Safety Information Booklet
National Online Safety Advice - Apps & Websites (Part 1)
National Online Safety Advice - Apps & Websites (Part 2)
National Online Safety Advice - Apps & Websites (Part 3)
National Online Safety Advice - Games
National Online Safety Advice - General
National Online Safety Advice - Online Challenges
You can read our online safety overview here.