At High Wycombe Church of England School, keeping children safe online is a vital part of our safeguarding work. Below you will find our Online Safety Policy, which explains how we help pupils stay safe and responsible when using technology both in school and at home.

Useful Resources for Families

Here are some trusted sites to help children and parents learn more about staying safe online:

• ThinkUKnow – child-friendly advice and games about online safety.

• Childline – support for children if they are worried about anything online.

• BBC Own It – tips, quizzes and videos for children about using tech safely.

• UK Safer Internet Centre – advice and resources for parents and carers.

• NSPCC Online Safety – practical guidance for families.

Top Tips for Parents

• Set parental controls on devices and apps.

• Talk regularly with your child about what they do online.

• Encourage children to tell a trusted adult if something makes them feel uncomfortable.

• Keep devices in shared family spaces when possible.

• Model responsible online behaviour as adults.

Concerns About Online Safety?

If you ever have concerns about your child’s safety online, please contact our safeguarding team:

• Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL): Mrs C Hawkins

• Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads (DDSLs): Mrs K Jones, Mrs A Margerison and Mr R Smith

You can also report harmful online content directly to CEOP (Child Exploitation and Online Protection).