Blog post from : https://waynedenner.com/blog/facebook-launches-messenger-kids-app-for-kids-under-13 According to Facebook press on the preview yesterday, the app is ‘needed’ and ‘it lets kids connect with people they love but also has the level of control parents want’. More on that … [Read more...]
Blue Whale Hoax – Esafety
Some schools, parents and pupils may have seen information in the media about the "Blue Whale" game. this appears to be a sensationalised fake news story. Further information can be found here: … [Read more...]
Parent/Carer guide for online safety
The UKCCIS has created a guide for parents and carers (PDF, 105KB, 2 pages) whose children are using social media. The guide includes practical tips about the use of safety and privacy features on apps and platforms, as well as conversation prompts to help families begin talking about online safety. … [Read more...]
Safety Tips for Live Streaming
Safety Tips for Live Streaming Never give out personal information. Things like your home address and telephone number are a No No. Within your live broadcast you can be giving away lots of small clues, which when put together can add up to a lot of information. Things like what your house … [Read more...]
Warning over MyLOL App
A website which claims to be the #1 Teen Dating Site in the US, Australia, UK and Canada – with 300,000 members – is fast becoming the UK’s top dating site for Under 18s. MyLoL is available in app format for both iPhone and Android. Both the website and app offer the opportunity to meet thousands … [Read more...]
What parents need to know about snapchat codes
Snapchat has just rolled out a new feature allowing Snappers the ability to create their own Snapchat Codes but what do Parents need to know? Read this informative blog here … [Read more...]
Selfies, Sexting and Sextortion
Blog from e-safety support: This week there have been a string of reminders in the news about the risks young people are exposed to through selfies, sexting and sextortion. Just a week ago, news reports announced that the College of Policing was advising that not all cases of sexting … [Read more...]
Rich Cottell – Online Safety and Cyber Bullying Message
During the 14th November 2016 Rich visited our school to present a very special e-safety assembly to our Year 7 & 8 students. Rich played well known cover songs and some of his own content. His message on e-safety was strong and reflected teenagers growing up in today's world. Feedback … [Read more...]