E-Safety
Every fortnight at Reddal Hill we look and discuss different games and apps. We discuss if games are age appropriate by identifying the PEGI and discussing the potential online concerns that they contain. The children enjoy discussing their understanding about keeping safe online.
The Friday online safety games the children are discussing about the moment are:
Year 1 and 2 Roblox PEGI 7+
Year 3, 4, 5, 6 (GTA) Grand Theft Auto (PEGI 18+)
Click below to find posters to if you would like more information about these games and what ages they are age appropriate for.
Games and apps covered so far during the Friday e-safety discussions with the children.
https://www.internetmatters.org/hub/guidance/fortnite-battle-royal-parents-guide-keep-kids-safe-gaming/
For more support about Fortnite Battle Royal information.
Safer Internet Day 2024
Across the whole school each class celebrated Safer Internet Day during the week beginning the 5th February in the weekly computing session. For this, we looked at staying safe online, especially when playing games. We looked at situations that were safe and some that we thought may not be and what we would do if we were in this situation. This led us to talking about our trusted adults. We also learnt that there are scams online however, we also learnt how we could report or block these.
On Tuesday 14th February we celebrated "Safer Internet Day 2022". All the children in the school celebrated the event.
The title of the event was "All fun and games". The children have been learning about age appropriate games and staying safe when playing them. This matches with the Friday 5 minute online safety discussions each week. They discuss different games that the children play online and discuss if they are age appropriate and how to stay safe when playing them. We have discussed games such and Fortnight, Minecraft, GTA and Roblox.
Child Online Safety - Guidance for Parents / Carers
|
|
Also, WM Police have asked us to forward the following link that offers help and advice for families in a digital world.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The internet is an amazing resource which enables children and young people to connect, communicate and be creative in a number of different ways, on a number of different devices. However, the internet is ever changing and being able to keep up to date with your child's use of technology can be a challenge. You may even feel that your child has better internet skills than you do; however children and young people still need advice and protection when it comes to managing their lives online.
We have included some useful links to web sites that offer advice when dealing with e-safety. They can help you be aware of both the opportunities and threats associated with the online world. We have also included the 'Play, Like, Share' series of videos which can be found on Youtube. These videos aims to help Key Stage 2 children how to stay safe whilst online.
You are also welcome to come and speak to me should you require any further information.
Kind regards,
Mr Wilkes
Online-Safety lead.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
What to do if you want to report something...
Many sites now include the 'report abuse' button. This can be used if you would like to report suspicious individuals or behaviour directly to the Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre (CEOP). The reports are analysed, appropriate action is taken and CEOP provide feedback on reports to you.
It’s essential to be realistic - banning the internet or technology will not work and it often makes a child less likely to report a problem. Education around safe use is essential.
IF YOU FEEL WORRIED OR THREATENED BY SOMEONE'S BEHAVIOUR ONLINE, YOU CAN REPORT IT BY CLICKING ON THIS LINK.
