Digital safeguarding

The use of technology is becoming a transformational tool for learning. Whilst the use of a wide range of different technologies can undoubtedly enhance pupils' learning experiences, there is a considerable need to ensure that all pupils are protected when embracing technologies such as accessing information on the internet.

Our strategies and procedures for promoting the safe use of technology is identified in our eSafeguarding Policy (click on policy document below to access file).

In order to keep pupils safe in their use of online resources, we use the SMART acronym as seen below. These posters are displayed in all classes in the school and as part of our safeguarding display to remind pupils of their responsibilities.

SMART rules	Guidance from the NSPCC (click to access document)	Chelford CE Primary School e-Safeguarding Policy

The links below provide parents with useful information and guidance on how they can help ensure that their children enjoy the benefits of engaging with technology in a safe and secure environment:

UK Safer Internet Centre	Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre	Childnet

The following guides have been published vioa the National Online Safety website: https://nationalonlinesafety.com/hub/guide. Parents may find these resources to be useful in helping managing their child's relationship with these apps and platform.

Mental Health and Wellbeing

Be kind online	Don't be a screen zombie	Social pressure to be 'liked'	Social pressure from 'influencers'	Supporting children's mental health
Social pressures linked to appearance	Ways to be kind online	Social pressures realting to friends and followers	Sadfishing	Online bullying
Awareness of screen addiction

Parent Guides

Cyberbullying	Age ratings classifications	Netflix	Instagram	Gaming
Disney +	Facebook	MS Teams	Nintendo Switch	Zoom
You Tube	Whats App	Twitter	Playstation 4	TV
Google Stadia	Houseparty	Kik	Internet Controls

If parents have any concerns, please feel free to contact the school.