Online Safety for Children
The internet is great fun and is really useful. We can use it to learn, be creative, chat to friends, send pictures, play games and for so many more fun and exciting things!
However, whilst having fun, you must always be careful when you are using the internet. It can help you to keep in touch with your friends and help your education – but it can also cause harm – to you and to others.
Remember help is always available at school if you are having any problems online - don’t be afraid to talk to your teacher or another adult at school.
If you or anyone you know is worried about Child Exploitation, Online Protection or anything related to Internet safety, please click the link below which will take you to the CEOP reporting website.
Tips for staying safe online:
- Make sure you keep new online friends strictly online. If someone you don't know asks to be your online friend, you must ensure an adult knows about it.
- Know how to use the CEOP Button and how to report it to the CEOP Centre if you are concerned about someone’s online behaviour towards you.
Helpful links to look at with your family:
Staying Safe Online
At Blackfordby Primary School, we want everyone to feel safe, happy and confident when using computers, tablets, phones or the internet.
The internet is a brilliant place to learn new things, play games and talk to friends — but it’s important to know how to stay safe.
Here are some easy rules to help keep you safe online.
Be Kind Online
Always treat people online the same way you treat people in school.
- Be friendly
- Be polite
- Never send unkind messages
- Think before you type
If someone is unkind online, tell an adult straight away.
Keep Your Personal Information Private
Never share:
- Your full name
- Your address
- Your school
- Your passwords
- Your phone number
- Photos without permission
If someone online asks for this information, STOP and TELL an adult.
Ask Before You Click
Talk to your grown‑ups before you:
- Download apps
- Join new games
- Click on pop‑ups
- Open messages from people you don’t know
If you’re not sure — ask first.
Use Strong Passwords
A strong password is:
- Secret
- Hard to guess
- Only shared with your grown‑ups
Never tell a friend your password.
Only Talk to People You Know
Only chat with people you know in real life.
If someone you don’t know tries to talk to you online:
STOP → BLOCK → TELL
You won’t be in trouble for telling an adult.
Be Careful With Photos and Videos
Before you post or share something, ask yourself:
- Is this kind?
- Is this safe?
- Would I be happy for anyone to see this?
If you’re unsure — don’t post it.
If Something Upsets You
If something online:
- Scares you
- Upsets you
- Confuses you
- Doesn’t feel right
Tell a trusted adult straight away.
You can talk to:
- Your teacher
- A teaching assistant
- Miss Benson (Designated Safeguarding Lead)
- Mrs Horne (Deputy DSL)
- Mrs Ridley (Deputy DSL)
- A parent or carer
We are always here to help you.
8. Need to Talk to Someone?
You can contact Childline anytime if you feel worried or sad:
📞 0800 1111
💬 Or visit Childline
It’s free, private and just for children.
Remember
If something doesn’t feel right online — tell an adult you trust.
You will NEVER be in trouble for asking for help.
If you would like any information from our website in another language or in large print, please contact the school office and we will be happy to help.