Online Safety

Staying safe online is just as important as staying safe in the real world. 

At Downham C of E Primary School, we teach our pupils how to use the internet in a positive, responsible, and safe way.

For Parents & Carers

• Talk regularly with your child about what they do online.

• Set clear rules about screen time and what sites or apps they can use.

• Use parental controls to help protect your child from harmful content.

• Encourage openness. Let your child know they can come to you if something doesn’t feel right.

For Pupils

• Keep your personal information private. Never share your full name, address, phone number, or school online.

• Think before you click. If something looks strange, don’t open it.

• Be kind online. Treat others the way you want to be treated.

• Tell an adult you trust. If something upsets or worries you online, always speak to a parent, carer, or teacher.

Our Commitment

We include online safety in our lessons throughout the year and celebrate Safer Internet Day to help children build good digital habits.

For more advice and resources, visit:

• Childnet

• NSPCC Online Safety

• ThinkUKnow

The links below contain some excellent information and resources to use to follow up on the work we do in school. Please also see the 'Wake Up Wednesday' posts which appear on our X account every week.