Safer Internet Day
11th February is Safer Internet Day in Ireland.
The topic of internet safety is an incredibly important issue today. It is imperative that children are not only taught about internet safety, but also that their use of communication platforms is monitored and appropriate for their age.
The topic of internet safety is covered in our classrooms; however, it is important for parents/guardians to discuss with your child what he/ she is doing online.
I attach a series of resource sheets produced by www.nationalonlinesafety.com, a UK organisation that focuses on keeping children safe online. (available at South Avenue Primary School, Kent)
Click on the following links to find the information sheets
The websites www.webwise.ie and www.saferinternetday.ie are also invaluable resources to parents and children to learn about internet safety.
There have been a number of very worrying cases where children were placed in extremely vulnerable and unsafe situations as a result of their on-line, social media and communication platform use. Our pupils need to fully understand the dangers that go hand in hand with the internet, social media and different communication platforms such as Snapchat. Just a reminder that Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and TikTok are all age +13.
Here is your chance to help keep your child safe when they use the internet or any social media and communication platforms.
Yours Sincerely,
