ST WINEFRIDE'S CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL
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Online Safety
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The importance of science and technology in our modern world cannot be overstated. Developments in these areas have always been drivers of change in society, underpinning innovation and impacting on everyone’s lives economically, culturally and environmentally. As such, the Science and Technology Area of Learning and Experience (Area) will be increasingly relevant in the opportunities young people encounter and the life choices that they make.
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Due to the increasing use and relevance of computer technology it is essential the Children are equipped with the knowledge on how to stay safe online.
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Children need to learn.....
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That for most people the internet is an integral part of life and has many benefits.
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About the benefits of rationing time spent online, the risks of excessive time spent on electronic devices and the impact of positive and negative content online on their own and others’ mental and physical wellbeing.
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How to consider the effect of their online actions on others and know how to recognise and display respectful behaviour online and the importance of keeping personal information private.
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Why social media, some computer games and online gaming, for example, are age restricted.
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That the internet can also be a negative place where online abuse, trolling, bullying and harassment can take place, which can have a negative impact on mental health.
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How to be a discerning consumer of information online including understanding that information, including that from search engines, is ranked, selected and targeted.
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Where and how to report concerns and get support with issues online.
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Please click on the links below for information on how to support us in ensuring your child stays safe online at all times.
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BBC Teach Primary online safety
Keep Children Safe Online: Information, advice, support - Internet Matters
Keeping children safe online | NSPCC
What are app age ratings? | NSPCC
St.Winefride's Online safety support for parents
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