At Aldwyn Primary School we take e-safety very seriously. E-safety is a term which applies not only the internet but to other ways in which young people communicate using electronic media, e.g. mobile phones, tablets etc. It means ensuring that children and young people are protected from harm and supported to achieve the maximum benefit from new and developing technologies without risk to themselves or others.

On this page you will find lots of information about e-safety and some top-tips from our digital leaders.

Why do children us the internet?

• Search for information or content on search engines like Google, Bing or DuckDuckGo.

• Share images and watch videos through websites or mobile apps like Instagram, Pinterest, Vine and YouTube.

• Use social networking websites like Facebook and Twitter.

• Write or reply to messages on forums and message boards.

• Play games alone or with others through websites, apps or game consoles.

• Chat with other people through online games, game consoles, webcams, social networks and tools like Whatsapp.

What are the dangers?

• Bullying online "cyberbullying".

• Sharing too much information.

• Grooming by adults.

• Sharing photos or video that you later regret.

• Risk of identity theft.

• Reduced amount of time for physical activity.

7 things you should not share.

1. Full name. Choose a screen name that does not include your real first or last name to maintain privacy

2. School name. Don't reveal the name of your schools, even when chatting online

3. Personal address. Don't share your home address with people you don't trust or strangers.

4. Email address. Keep your email address safe. Although seemingly harmless, it could open him up to cyber bullying

5. Phone number. Restrict who has your phone number. Cyber bullying can happen via your mobile phone.

6. Current location. Turn off location services (GPS). Some "apps" such as Facebook and Twitter may tag your whereabouts making it possible for strangers to track your location.

7. Clues to future locations. Don't tip off others as to where you will be and when, even if it's a public place. To reduce the chance of cyber stalking, or worse, abduction.

Real world “V” Online World

• Look before you cross the road - stop, look, and listen....

• Don’t go with strangers.....

• Is it easier to spot dangers on the “real world” and harder to spot them in the “online world” - Why ?

Children often feel safer in the online world and sometimes they can often feel they are in control without realising that the dangers they face from strangers in the real world are also dangers they may face when online.