Safer Internet Day 2022

Today is Internet safety Day and the theme is ‘All fun and games? Exploring respect and relationships online’. 

This year,  the day celebrates young people’s role in creating a safer internet and the ways they are shaping the interactive entertainment spaces they are a part of. The platforms our children are accessing, should be used as spaces for connection, community and collaboration. At Grange Valley, we support them to foster supportive relationships and respectful communities, whilst equipping them with the skills they need to keep themselves and others safe in these spaces.

Speaking with your children is key to exploring their experiences of online gaming and streaming. These platforms play such an important and positive role, providing children with the means to interact with friends and as a great pastime (particularly during isolations!) We just need to make sure that our children are doing so safely and respectfully with the support of parents. Look out for our new, weekly advice leaflets to support you with this at home.

The online world is posing an ever - i increasing risk to children, and it is important that schools, parents and carers work together to take an active role in teaching children about online dangers. Learning how to act safely when using the internet is an incredibly important part of safeguarding our children. 

At Grange Valley, we are committed to protecting our pupils online by working with National Online Safety- providing resources for all parents and carers. Keep checking DOJO as we will be posting weekly links and advice to provide continuous support to keep children safe at home. Watch out for our #WakeUpWednesdays!