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Sep
30
Nov
Setting parental controls on devices.
in E-Safety
One of the major steps in keeping your child safe online is setting the parental controls on all of the devices they have access to. These controls allow you to restrict what websites your child has access to, helping limit their exposure to inappropriate content. Depending on the device you use, you may also...
23
Nov
The internet – on the whole an inspiring and positive place but what are the issues?
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The internet is an amazing resource which enables children and young people to connect, communicate and be creative in a number of different ways, on a range of devices. However, the internet is always changing, and being able to keep up to date with your children’s use of technology can be a challenge. You...
16
Nov
Talking to your child about why bullies bully
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This week has been anti-bullying week in school. Bullying has been given a new face in the age of social media. When bullying happens online it is usually referred to as cyber bullying. When people continuously send abusive and harmful messages to people they don’t know online this is known as trolling. There is...
06
Jul
YouTube Advice for Parents
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For many children of primary school age, YouTube is their go-to source of pop culture and entertainment. There are millions of videos, and so many channels, it is impossible to make sure everything is appropriate for your child to watch. However, there are ways you can try to limit your child’s access to the...
22
Jun
Internet Matters Parents Advice Leaflets
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Children use the internet in different ways depending on their age and so Internet Matters have developed checklists for parents that give you top tips on how to help them stay safe. These can be accessed below: