Keeping Safe On-line

Do you know how to keep yourself and your children safe whilst using the Internet? A number of organisations provide advice and guidance on e-Safety.

You may find the following websites useful.

Childnet International

Childnet International’s mission is to work in partnership with others around the world to help make the Internet a great and safe place for children.

Be sure to check out the "What are the Smart Rules?" section, or click here.

BBC Webwise

Learn how to use the Internet step by step.

Think U Know

Find the latest information on the sites you like to visit, mobiles and new technology. Find out what’s good, what’s not and what you can do about it. If you look after young people there’s an area for you too – with resources you can use in the classroom, at home or just to get with it. Most importantly, there’s also a place which anyone can use to report if they feel uncomfortable or worried about someone they are chatting to online.

Wise Kids

WISE KIDS believes that individuals and communities need the knowledge, skills and tools to understand and harness the power of the Internet and Mobile technologies. This includes Media Literacy skills, which include an understanding of how the Internet works, effective and proficient use of the Internet, and the ability to use these technologies to access information, learning, participate online, create and share content and services, and network online.

The Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre (CEOP)

The Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre (CEOP) works across the UK tackling child sex abuse and providing advice for parents, young people and children about internet safety and online safety.