Welcome to our Online Safety page. Here you will find the latest guidance, resources, news updates, and practical advice to help keep children safe when using the internet, social media, online games, and digital devices.

What is Online Safety?

Online safety refers to the safe and responsible use of technology, including the internet, mobile phones, tablets, gaming platforms and social media. It helps children understand how to protect themselves online, make informed choices, and respond appropriately to potential risks.

Why is Online Safety Important?

Technology plays an increasingly important role in children's lives, providing valuable opportunities for learning, communication, creativity and entertainment. However, children may also encounter risks online, including:

• Inappropriate or harmful content
• Cyberbullying
• Online scams and fraud
• Exposure to misinformation
• Unwanted contact from strangers
• Sharing of personal information
• Online grooming and exploitation
• Excessive screen time and unhealthy digital habits

By teaching children how to stay safe online, we can help them develop the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to enjoy the benefits of technology while protecting themselves from potential harm.

Working Together

At Conway Primary School, we believe that online safety is a shared responsibility between school and home. We are committed to educating pupils about safe and responsible online behaviour and supporting parents and carers to understand the digital world their children are growing up in.

On this page, you will find up-to-date information, useful websites, guidance documents, and practical tips to help you support your child in staying safe online.

Together, we can help children become confident, responsible and resilient digital citizens.

NSPCC how to set internet parental controls;

https://www.nspcc.org.uk/preventing-abuse/keeping-children-safe/online-s...(link is external)

Choosing the right console game for your child

https://parentzone.org.uk/article/choosing-right-console-games-christmas(link is external)

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/keep-children-safe-online-this-christ...

Internet Safety Test

At Virgin Media O2, we want Internet users of all ages to enjoy all the wonderful things the web has to offer, safely. That’s why our experts have created a children’s Internet safety test to help build awareness for parents and children of all ages to ensure they are better protected online.

https://www.virginmedia.com/blog/online-safety/childrens-internet-safety-test/ 

Safer Internet Day
The children participate in the annual Safer Internet Day with assemblies and activities to highlight the challenges of online safety. The Internet has an amazing range of information and opportunities online and we work together to make sure we all stay safe.