Digital Safety
We live in a digital age and the internet can be easily accessed from a range of devices such as mobile phones, computers, tablets and through games consoles. This section has some links and advice to help families use the internet in a positive way whilst being aware of risks and using measures to keep safe and secure online.
The Key Online Risks
- Contact: children can be contacted by bullies or people who may want to harm them
- Content: age-inappropriate or unreliable content can be available to children
- Conduct: sharing too much information or spending too much time online
- Commercialism: being unaware of hidden costs and advertising in apps, games and websites
Key Safer Internet Usage
Check here for a quick mobile phone SMART principles.
In addition:
- Use computers and mobile devices in a shared areas
- Have ongoing conversations with children about staying safe
Internet Safety Resources
Social Media
Social media sites are constantly changing their settings and privacy policies and new sites are developing all the time. Discuss which ones your children are using and set up controls and settings together and decide how to use these in a safe way.
Chat, Instant Messaging, Games, Email, Apps.
There are a huge number of ever growing sites, chat rooms, games, email and mobile apps that incorporate social media and may be a safety issue for young people. Particular care should be taken to protect personal details and avoiding from unwanted contact or inappropriate material.
