Year 5 - NSPCC
Today, we prepared for a future visit by the NSPCC by engaging in activities and discussions around the topic of how children can stay safe by speaking out about any concerns or worries they might have. We discussed the different ways that children can be harmed (e.g. emotional or physical bullying) and who the safe adults are that they can talk to inside and outside school.
Online Safety: Electrical Safety and Devices
The festive season has arrived, and with more lights, decorations and gifts, it’s important to stay safe when plugging in extra electricals. This guide provides key information on electrical safety.
Year 5 - Online Safety
We continued our exploration of the online world by discussing the popular computer game Roblox. The children’s talked about their experiences and we considered how to stay safe during multiplayer experiences, how best to deal with friend requests alongside the financial elements of robux online payments.
Online Safety: Tik Tok
TikTok is one of the world's favourite short-video apps but behind the dances and viral challenges are real risks; including inappropriate content, data misuse and addictive scrolling. Our latest guide uncovers TikTok’s hidden hazards and shares expert advice to help parents and educators keep the experience safe and positive. Because TikTok should be fun, not frightening. Download your FREE copy here >> https://vist.ly/4f2zf #WakeUpWednesday #WUW #TikTok
Online Safety: Tracking Devices
Tracking devices were designed to help people find lost belongings, but they’ve also opened the door to worrying forms of misuse. This week’s #WakeUpWednesday explores how Bluetooth trackers like AirTags and SmartTags can be misused for stalking, bullying and invading young people’s privacy. Download your FREE copy here >> https://vist.ly/4f4u2
Online Safety: AI-Generated Videos
Can you spot a fake video online? AI-generated clips are becoming so realistic they’re almost impossible to distinguish from the real thing. This week’s #WakeUpWednesday guide explains the dangers of deepfakes and shares practical tips to help young people stay safe. Download your FREE copy here >> https://vist.ly/4dxxe
Year 5 - Online Safety
After class worship, we spent some time discussing how to stay safe online. We discussed why children should not share personal information online and how to respond to seeing or hearing unpleasant words or images. I talked about the trusted adults in their lives that they can always talk to for help and advice, including family members and staff at school. The children shared their experiences of being online.
Online Safety: Guiding young voices to make a difference
Helping young people find their voice. It’s Anti-Bullying Week – our latest #WakeUpWednesday guide shares practical tips for adults to empower children to speak up, support others and stand against bullying. Download your FREE copy here >> https://vist.ly/4cxk6
Year 5 - Online Safety
Over the last two weeks, Year 5 have considered the risks of age inappropriate content and the role that social media, gaming, streaming and adverts can play in exposing children to unsuitable and upsetting content. We have also explored horror video games in relation to Halloween and how children should be aware of jump scares, violent content and potential online interactions while experiencing such content.
Online Safety: Fortnite
Still top of the leaderboard. Fortnite’s newest season adds fresh content – and fresh risks. From spending to screen time, our #WakeUpWednesday guide has the #OnlineSafety tips every parent and carer should know. Download your FREE copy here >> https://vist.ly/4bakm
Year 3- Online Safety- Investigating conspiracy theories
Today, our Year 3 class explored the important online safety poster about conspiracy theories. We discussed the importance of being critical thinkers online, questioning what they see, hear, and read, and verifying information from trusted sources. We also talked about how some information online might not be true and how to recognise and avoid misinformation. This is a crucial step in helping them navigate the digital world safely and responsibly.
Year 6 - E-Safety - Memes
This week in Year 6, our E-Safety session focused on the dangers of memes online. The children discussed how memes can sometimes be used to spread unkind messages or misinformation and explored ways to stay safe, respectful and responsible when sharing or viewing content on the internet.