Internet Safety
As part of the whole learning process we allow pupils supervised access to the internet and email. The authority runs its own very stringent filter system to ensure that young people are not at risk from exposure to inappropriate material. This filtering system is regularly upgraded. We have a policy for use of the internet and a contract for responsible use, which we ask all parents and pupils to sign up to. Information on safe use of ICT and social networking can be found in the School Handbook under the 'Our School' section of this website.
TOP 10 TIPS FOR PUPILS
1. Don’t post any personal information online. For example your address, email address or mobile number.
2. Think carefully before posting photos or videos of yourself. Once you’ve put a photo of yourself online most people can see it and may be able to download it, it’s not just yours anymore.
3. Keep your privacy settings as high as possible.
4. Never give out your passwords
5. Don’t befriend people you don’t know
6. Don’t meet up with people you’ve met online. Speak to your parent or carer about people suggesting you do.
7. Remember that not everyone online is who they say they are.
8. Think carefully about what you say before you post something online.
9. Respect other people’s views, even if you don’t agree with someone else’s views doesn’t mean you need to be rude
10. If you see something online that makes you feel uncomfortable, unsafe or worried: leave the website, turn off your computer if you want to and tell a trusted adult immediately.
