We ensure that our children are equipped with the skills and resilience to be responsible, respectful and safe users of technology. We want the children to see the benefits of technology but understand the risks and responsibilities that come with using it. We have a comprehensive long term plan ensuring that all children have dedicated, age appropriate lessons. In addition, we continually discuss relevant concerns with children and parents.
Please access this very useful guide, written by the Children’s Commissioner.
The following websites provide very useful information:
Smartphone Free Childhood
Founded in February 2024 after one WhatsApp group went viral, Smartphone Free Childhood has a community of parents working together to change the culture around kids and smartphones.
They’ve made it their mission to provide solidarity, support and solutions to parents who are struggling with what’s become one of the defining parenting challenges of our time.
To find out more click on the icon below.
National Online Safety Leaflets
Talking to Your Child
The leaflet below gives some excellent advice for having difficult conversations with your child.