Online Safety
Online Safety at Sunshine Academy
At Sunshine Academy we use technology to enhance our curriculum and provide enriched learning opportunities for our pupils. There are many educational benefits to using technology and going online, and as a school we facilitate this with an emphasis of educating pupils about Online Safety.
Pupils are taught the skills to use technology safely and responsibly both in school and at home.
Computing and PSHE lessons both cover online safety, and this is woven into the curriculum with a different focus each half term. As a school, we believe that online safety cannot be covered in one standalone unit and is something that is revisited throughout the year in both subjects and during dedicated events such as Safer Internet Day and Anti-bullying week. Pupils are taught to identify where to go for help and support, and when they have concerns about content or contact on the internet or other online technologies.
To view the Lighthouse MAT Online Safety Policy, please visit our policies page.
Online Safety Group
Online Safety Lead: ADD NAME
Head Teacher /Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL): Miss S Corkindale
Safeguarding and Attendance Link Governor: ADD NAME
Keeping Children Safe Online
Sunshine Academy uses filtering and monitoring systems in school. We also monitor the online activity of staff, children and visitors to the school. Any concerns that arise are reported directly following our safeguarding procedures.
Pupils working online are supported and closely monitored in class by teachers and support staff.
Reports are generated weekly and reviewed by our Online Safety Leader and DSL. Spot checks are also carried out at regular intervals.
Action is taken immediately to address any concerns that may arise (in line with our Behaviour, Anti-Bullying, Equality objectives, Safeguarding and Child Protection, or PREVENT policies and procedures). Any action that arises from this is reported to the Governing Body via the Headteacher’s Report.
We believe in working closely with our parents to support pupils in developing safe practice when using online technology.
How can you help keep your child safe on the internet?
- Manage their screen time by setting a time limit.
- Approve Apps- make sure that you have checked that the App is appropriate for your child.
- Make sure you have updated your Parental Controls.
- Know about the Apps your child may be using and check privacy settings.
- Create an Avatar rather than using real photos.
Check out this useful Digital Parenting guide:
Reporting Harmful Content
Reports can be made 24/7 through the online reporting forms and helpline practitioners will review and respond to reports within 72 hours between 10am and 4pm Monday to Friday.
Reports can be made to RHC by anyone over the age of 13. SWGfL operates 3 helplines and to be sure you’re getting the right support take a look to find out who can best support you.
https://swgfl.org.uk/helplines/
Click here to report harmful content :
https://reportharmfulcontent.com/report/
Walsall Council Internet Safety Information for Parents
Walsall Council- Building Digital Resilience
SMART Rules
Parent Support
Parent Zone offers several guides to support you and your family navigate through the world of online safety.
ParentZone
Speak to staff at the academy if you need further help or advice.
Guides to Apps and Social Media
The number of apps and social media channels your child could be exposed to grow all the time, as does an app's functionality. Here are some guides to give information about what your child is watching and using, advice how you can limit their features and the recommended age restrictions.
Balancing Screen Time guides
Balancing Screen time 0-5 yearsBalancing Screen time 5-7 years
Balancing screen time 7-11 years
Online Safety tips for Parents
Online Safety Guide 0-5sOnline Safety Guide 6-10 yearsOnline Safety Guide 11-13 years
General Information
Online Safety Guide for under 5s
Suggested apps and games 7-11s
Open discussions about digital lives
Apps and Social Media
Privacy Settings for Social Media Apps (Internet Matters)
Useful Links
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