Safer internet day

Yesterday was Safer Internet Day — a great reminder of how important it is to help our children stay safe, kind and confident online.

Children in primary school are growing up in a digital world. Whether they’re gaming, watching videos, chatting with friends, or completing homework, the internet is a big part of their lives. While it offers amazing opportunities to learn and connect, it’s important that we guide them to use it safely.

Here are a few simple tips for home:

🔒 Talk regularly about online safety – Ask your child what they enjoy doing online and who they talk to. Keep conversations open and judgement-free.

👀 Set parental controls – Use privacy settings and parental controls on devices, apps and games.

📱 Keep devices in shared spaces – Especially for younger children.

💬 Remind them to be kind online – The same rules for kindness apply on screens as they do in real life.

🚩 Encourage them to speak up – If something makes them feel worried, upset or confused, they should tell a trusted adult straight away.

Online safety isn’t just a one-day conversation — it’s something we build together every day. Thank you for your continued support in helping our children become safe, responsible digital citizens.

Here are some websites to help further;

https://saferinternet.org.uk/safer-internet-day/safer-internet-day-2026/top-tips-for-parents-and-carers

https://www.internetmatters.org/advice/by-activity/using-artificial-intelligence/what-is-ai-artificial-intelligence/

https://parentzone.org.uk/article/ai-chatbots

https://www.nspcc.org.uk/about-us/news-opinion/2025/artificial-intelligence-safety-tips-for-parents/

https://www.unicef.org/parenting/digital-parenting/how-approach-ai-children

https://lgfl.net/safeguarding/safer-internet-day