Online Safety

We live in an increasingly technology-driven world with the internet connecting us to all corners of the globe.

Our children routinely access this technology and, most of the time, this is hugely positive. We all know however, that there are dangers involved with going online and that as parents, carers and teachers we must work together to educate our children about these risks.

At Bignold, we take online safety very seriously. Keeping children safe is at the heart of everything we do.

Through our PHSE lessons, children regularly learn about using the internet and technology safely. You can find out more information about our curriculum by clicking here. We visit online safety regularly in our computing lessons and remind children of some key things before we use technology.

When we use technology in school, children are monitored by staff and by external IT systems. Our filtering in school ensures that children do not see harmful content or content which is not age appropriate. You can find more information about this in our safeguarding policy.

The internet can be a fantastic place to learn new things, play games and communicate. It is important that we teach children how to do this responsibly and safely. Teaching children how to be safe online is just as important as teaching children to be safe on the road or learning how to swim.

If you have any concerns or questions about keeping children safe online, please contact one of the safeguarding team through the school office.

We strongly recommend that you adhere to the age restrictions on Social Media apps and sites. Here are some of the popular ones for quick reference:  

• CEOP - Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre website, where you can easily follow links for help if you are a parent or child. Click here to report a concern 
• NSPCC - Talking to your child about online safety 
• Think U Know - practical advice and guidance for parents who are worried about the safety of their children online.
• Parent Zone - help and advice for families in a digital world. Parent Info is a collaboration between Parent Zone and NCA-CEOP, providing support and guidance for parents from leading experts and organisation.
• O2 online safety resources - access some free online safety resources for you and your children.