Online Safety

Online Safety at Hylands Primary School

At Hylands Primary School, we are committed to ensuring that our pupils stay safe online. In an increasingly digital world, it is essential that children, parents, and staff work together to promote responsible and safe internet use.

Our Approach to Online Safety

We educate our pupils on online safety through our curriculum, assemblies, and dedicated activities. Our approach focuses on:

• Teaching children about online risks and responsible digital behaviour.

• Encouraging open conversations about online experiences.

• Supporting parents with guidance and resources.

• Ensuring all staff are trained in the latest online safety practices.

Online Safety Rules for Pupils

We expect all pupils to follow these key online safety rules:

• Keep personal information private.

• Be kind and respectful online.

• Only talk to people you know in real life.

• Tell a trusted adult if something online makes you feel uncomfortable.

• Follow the school’s acceptable use policy for digital devices and the internet.

Support for Parents

We understand that keeping up with online trends can be challenging. To support parents, we provide:

• Online safety workshops to help parents understand digital risks and solutions.

• Recommended websites and resources, such as:

  • • • ThinkUKnow

      • Internet Matters

      • NSPCC Online Safety

      • Safer Internet Centre

Regular updates via newsletters and the school website about current online safety concerns.

Reporting Concerns

If you or your child encounter any issues online, please report them to:

• A teacher or a designated safeguarding lead at school.

• CEOP (Child Exploitation and Online Protection) at www.ceop.police.uk

• The NSPCC Helpline at 0808 800 5000.

For any questions or concerns regarding online safety, please contact the school office or speak to our designated safeguarding lead. Together, we can ensure that our children stay safe in the digital world.