P.C. Pellett popped in to speak to P5-7 this afternoon about staying safe online. The internet is a marvel – but it is something which us teachers didn’t grow up with as the young of today are!
Just like any new thing though, it is important to be aware of what is ok and what is not ok.
We looked at the ThinkUKnow website. This is a tile on every pupils’ GLOW homepage. It is packed full of fun educational games to help children be more internet aware. There is even an information page for parents to access too.
Certain social media sites such as Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat (to name just a few) have age restrictions on them. They are there to guide parents and carers. It is essential to remember that people who you accept as ‘friends’ on these sites MUST be people you already know. People who you would chat to if you met them in the street.
If at any time you are unsure about the privacy settings on one of these sites, ask an adult to check them for you. They should be set so that only the people who you want to see your posts, are the ones who can see them!
Why not check out the ThinkUKnow website to learn out more. Enjoy the internet – it has so much to offer but just be aware of what to do if you are ever unsure. Whether it be internet safety, road safety or drug safety – they all have looking after ourselves and each other as their main goal. Stay safe online!
