Online Safety
At Pensby Primary School, we recognise the challenges children face growing up in an increasingly digital world and online safety remains a key priority in our school.
We work in partnership with parents to help children understand how to stay safe online, including managing screen time, recognising risks such as cyberbullying, inappropriate content, and contact from strangers, as well as when to ask for help.
Online safety is taught through our PSHE and Computing curriculum, where pupils learn how to use technology responsibly, protect their personal information and behave respectfully online. We encourage parents to support this at home by having regular conversations about online activity, using parental controls and setting clear boundaries.
Links for Children
Staying safe online is really important and there are lots of friendly websites that can help you if something doesn’t feel right. If you ever feel worried, upset, or unsure about something you see or experience online, you can talk to a trusted adult at school or at home. You can also visit the following child-friendly websites for further support.
Links for Parents
We know that supporting children with technology at home can sometimes feel overwhelming, so we’ve gathered a selection of trusted websites to support families. Each offer clear, practical advice on things like managing screen time, understanding age-appropriate apps and games, setting parental controls and keeping children safe online. Click on the individual icons below to access the website links.
NSPCC
From understanding apps, to setting parental controls, the NSPCC website provides information and resources to help parents understand online safety so that they can talk about it with children at home.
The National Crime Agency’s CEOP
An education programme from the National Crime Agency’s CEOP command. Thinkuknow aims to empower children and young people aged 5-17 to identify the risks they may face online and know where they can go for support.
Internet Matters
Find information and safety settings for your child’s devices and apps, along with guidance to tackle online issues they may face.
Childnet
Advice and top tips on the devices young people are using and the issues they may face.
Would you leave your front door open?
This powerful video produced by CEOP (Child Exploitation and Online Protection) highlights how the internet can expose children to risks online and is a helpful starting point for families to build awareness, encourage safe habits and create a supportive environment where children feel confident to share any worries.
