Online Safety: Streaming Services
Streaming platforms have quickly become one of the most popular ways for children to watch TV and films. But behind the convenience of on-demand content are several risks that parents and educators should be aware of. From excessive screen time and binge watching to age-inappropriate material and algorithm-driven recommendations, our latest #WakeUpWednesday guide explores the realities of children’s streaming habits. It also provides practical advice to help families create safer viewing environments, including: ✔️ Setting up individual profiles and PINs ✔️ Managing screen time and autoplay ✔️ Talking to children about algorithms and stereotypes Download the free guide and help support safer streaming habits at home. https://vist.ly/4uh7n #OnlineSafety #WakeUpWednesday #DigitalWellbeing #SafeguardingChildren
Online Safety: Creative ways to encourage reading
Tomorrow is World Book Day, and it’s the perfect chance to spark a love of reading in every child. Stories don’t just build literacy skills, they inspire curiosity, boost confidence and open doors to new worlds. This week’s #WakeUpWednesday highlights simple, practical ways families can make reading part of everyday life. From creating cosy reading spaces to showing children that reading is fun, small habits can make a big impact. Download your FREE copy here >> https://vist.ly/4tnsk #WorldBookDay #WUW #EncouragingReading
Year 3- Computing- Stop Motion Animation
In computing today, Year 3 put on their director hats and began filming their stop-motion sequences. They applied Mr Bradley's guidance on visual aesthetics to bring their chosen storylines to life through frame-by-frame animation.
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Online Safety: WhatsApp
With its end-to-end encryption and huge popularity, WhatsApp is often seen as a private and secure way to stay in touch; however, that same privacy can make it harder for trusted adults to see when things go wrong. This week's #WakeUpWednesday guide explains how features like group chats, disappearing messages, ‘Channels’ and location sharing can expose young users to pressure, unwanted contact and inappropriate content. Download your FREE copy here >> https://vist.ly/4ryfu
Year 3- Online Safety- Protecting yourself from hackers
Today, Year 3 learned that hacking is the unauthorised attempt to exploit a computer system or network. We discussed how there are different types of hackers, like "Black Hats" who try to steal data and "White Hats" who are ethical and just look for weaknesses to help fix them. It is important to remember that hacking is a criminal offence that can lead to a criminal record, even if it is sometimes portrayed as "cool" in the media. To stay safe, we should use strong passwords with at least 8 characters, including symbols and numbers, and always ask a parent or carer for help before filling out online forms with private details like our address or date of birth. If you ever think an account has been hacked, you should tell an adult right away so they can help change the security controls and offer support.
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Online Safety: Fostering a sense of belonging
Feeling a sense of belonging plays a vital role in children’s wellbeing, confidence and gives them the ability to thrive, both academically and emotionally. This weeks #WakeUpWednesday guide explores why belonging matters and how small, everyday interactions can make a meaningful difference in helping children feel accepted and included. Download your FREE copy here >> https://vist.ly/4r52x
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Year 6 - Maths
Year 6 continued to develop their understanding of decimals in Maths, building both confidence and accuracy in their calculations. Using LBQ (Learning by Questions), the children worked through a carefully sequenced range of fluency, reasoning and problem-solving questions designed to deepen their understanding.
Whole School- Safer Internet Day 2026-Centered on the responsible use of AI.
To mark Safer Internet Day 2026, Mrs Araujo led a special Worship centered on the responsible use of AI. The session started with the Heads and Deputy Heads signing the Trinity. The children then watched a short video and discussed how AI can assist us in our daily lives. Through a fun identification game, pupils practised spotting AI-generated images and learned that because AI can make mistakes, its results are not always true or accurate. This helped our children understand the importance of being cautious and informed digital citizens.
Year 6 Junior Jam - Computing
In Computing, year 6 have been working in pairs or small groups to write a CV for a superhero that they have created. They used the Keynotes app to design slides of information, which had to include: a title, a description of their hero and their CV, their superhero emblem and some animation. Next week, the children will present their work to the rest of the class.
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Online Safety: Supporting safe use of AI
AI is becoming a familiar part of young people’s online experiences, with a growing number of school tools and entertainment platforms now using it. This #WakeUpWednesday guide breaks down what AI really is, helping adults explain it clearly and realistically so children don’t overestimate its abilities or trust it unquestioningly. With Safer Internet Day coming up on 10th February, it’s the perfect moment to start meaningful conversations about how AI systems work, where they appear online, and why understanding them matters for safe, confident digital use. Download your FREE copy here >> https://vist.ly/4qaac
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Online Safety: Mental Health Misinformation Online
Who should young people trust for mental health advice online? From TikTok to Instagram, children and young people are turning to social media for support, but not all content is accurate or helpful. This week’s #WakeUpWednesday guide explores how mental health misinformation can mislead young people and shares practical ways adults can help them spot unreliable advice and build healthy, informed understanding. Download your FREE copy here >> https://vist.ly/4petr
Year 6 - E-Safety
Today, the children’s e-safety focus was on Roblox and how to stay safe online. The children explored some of the potential risks linked to online gaming, including communication with others and in-game content and discussed how these risks can be reduced. Using their talk tactics, the children confidently shared their ideas, identified their top risks and explained sensible strategies for staying safe online, such as protecting personal information and knowing when to seek help from a trusted adult. This session helped to develop the children’s understanding of responsible online behaviour and how to make safe choices in the digital world.