Internet Safety and Cyber Resilience Resources
Recently, we conducted a survey to better understand the challenges and concerns parents and carers face regarding their children’s online activities. The results have enabled us to gather a range of resources that aim to support you in navigating the digital world and ensuring your children’s safety while online.
To assist you in familiarising yourself with these resources, we have compiled a list of websites and documents that offer valuable information and guidance:
- Internet Matters – https://www.internetmatters.org/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAwbitBhDIARIsABfFYIKEluQ1s52s1ezUboildgF6V4qIEUSeiFvidgC6sXyzS432Fp7CBBsaAgxCEALw_wcB
- Thinkuknow – https://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/parents/
- Student Online Safety Guide by Police Scotland – https://www.cyberscotland.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Student-Online-Safety-Guide-Police-Scotland-2023.pdf
- Internet Matters’ E-learning platform – https://www.internetmatters.org/ee-learn/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAwbitBhDIARIsABfFYILORhG5b-qBl8MD7uJoci6snv6NPR9CBhSad8LH5fccTVo6zXsY01EaAguVEALw_wcB
- National Action Plan for Internet Safety – https://www.careandlearningalliance.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Nat-Strategy-for-Internet-for-Safety-CYP.pdf
- Thinkuknow’s article on Digital Footprint – https://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/parents/articles/what-is-a-digital-footprint/
- Barnardo’s Online Safety Questions for Parents – https://www.barnardos.org.uk/blog/online-safety-parents-questions?gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAwbitBhDIARIsABfFYILUsE21P3C19fWfRGdv1TzXEsjXT3NVKHHxQIdHpx3pZOtf4IHopZ8aAn3PEALw_wcB
- 5 Rights Framework – https://5rightsframework.com/
These resources cover a range of topics, including online safety best practices, strategies to protect your children’s privacy, guidance on managing screen time, information on digital footprints, parental control tips, and a framework that emphasises children’s rights in the digital world. We encourage you to explore these materials to enhance your understanding and equip yourself with essential knowledge for fostering a safe and responsible online environment at home.
We believe that fostering a positive digital experience starts with knowledge and open communication. Therefore, incorporating these resources into your conversations with your children will not only empower them but also help establish a healthy relationship with technology.
Thank you for your continued partnership in creating a safe and nurturing environment for our students. Together, we can equip them with the necessary skills to navigate the digital world responsibly.
