At Waringstown Primary School, keeping children safe both in the real world and the online world is our number one priority. The internet is a fantastic place for learning, playing and staying in touch with friends but it is important that everyone knows how to use it safely.
Here are some key messages for children and parents to remember:
KNOW THE AGE LIMITS:
Many popular apps and websites have age restrictions to help keep younger children safe.
Here is a quick guide:
WHY AGE LIMITS?
These age limits are not just suggestions. They are there to protect children from seeing things that are not suitable, chatting with strangers and sharing personal information too early.
PARENTS: HOW CAN YOU HELP?
* Know which apps your child uses and keep an open conversation about what your child is doing online.
* Talk regularly about internet safety and set clear rules about internet use at home.
* Set age appropriate boundaries and use parental controls.
* Encourage your child to come to you with any worries.
This poster is very useful in creating discussions around online safety with your child and provides further information for you and your child on how to stay safe.
TRANSITIONING:
Transitioning to secondary education brings new online opportunities and challenges, making it crucial to equip children with strong safety habits. Please discuss this with your child.
Let us work together to keep everyone safe and happy online!