Keeping your child safe online
Technology in the 21st Century has an all-encompassing role within the lives of children and adults. New Internet and online technologies are enhancing communication and the sharing of information.
Current and emerging Internet and online technologies used in school and, more importantly in many cases, used outside of school by children include:
- The Internet – World Wide Web
- Artifical Intelligence (AI)
- Web based voice and video calling (e.g. Zoom)
- Online chat rooms
- Social networking sites (e.g. Snapchat, Whatsapp)
- Blogs and Micro-blogs (e.g. Twitter)
- Podcasting (radio / audio broadcasts downloaded to computer or MP3/4 player)
- Video broadcasting sites (e.g. YouTube)
- Music and video downloading (e.g. iTunes, Spotify)
- Mobile phones with camera and video functionality
- Smart phones with e-mail, messaging and internet access
E-safety Policy
This policy outlines the different responsibiliites and procedures in place to ensure children remain safe when using digital technology
E-safety policy 2024-27
Guidance for parents
At St Alfege with St Peter's we want to ensure parents are equipped with the knowledge they need to help them keep their children safe whilst they are online. There are a number of organisations specifically set up to support schools and parents with online safety. Some of these are listed below.
CEOP Education - Advice and support from police agency CEOP
CEOP reporting - If you are worried about online the way someone has been communicating with you online
UK Safer Internet Centre - A leading global partnership helping to make the internet a great and safe place for everyone
Parent Zone - Supporting parents in the digital age
Internet Matters - Providing information and advice to parents and carers to help your children navigate the ever-changing digital landscape.
Online Safety Tips for Children
