This week we have delivered important messages to our pupils in our e-safety assemblies.
E-safety, or online safety, refers to the practices and strategies aimed at protecting individuals, particularly children and young people, from potential risks and dangers while using the internet. It involves safeguarding against a variety of online threats, including cyberbullying, identity theft, inappropriate content, and online predators.
Key areas of e-safety include:
- Privacy Protection: Ensuring personal information is kept private and not shared with strangers online.
- Cyberbullying Awareness: Educating about the impact of bullying online and how to report or avoid it.
- Safe Social Media Use: Understanding the risks of social networking and the importance of setting strong privacy settings.
- Secure Online Communication: Using encryption and secure channels when sharing sensitive data.
- Identifying Scams and Phishing: Recognizing fraudulent schemes and how to avoid them.
- Digital Footprint: Teaching individuals to be aware of what they post online and the potential long-term effects of sharing personal content.
E-safety is important because as people spend more time online, they are increasingly exposed to risks, making it essential to understand how to stay safe in the digital world.
As a parent, you can seek advice from the NSPCC HERE
