Safer Internet Day - 6th February 2024

Safer Internet Day is a global campaign to promote the safe and responsible use of technology, which calls on children and young people, parents, carers, teachers, social workers, law enforcement, companies, policymakers and more, to help to create a better internet. 

This year's theme is 'Inspiring change' visit the safer internet day website for more information. 

How will my child be taking part in Safer Internet Day?

At Eling we will be celebrating Safer Internet Day with an afternoon of activities linked to the theme, 'Inspiring Change'. The children had have an assembly which will include a story about Digiduck, who learns to stay safe online and be kind to his friends. The children made posters about staying safe online. 

How can I show my support for Safer Internet Day at home?

One of the best ways to support your child at home is to talk to them. Ask them about what they learnt during the day and encourage them to talk through the completed activities they bring home. 

Some other resources which you may find helpful in supporting your child online are; 

• Tips, advice and guides for parents and carers from the UK Safer Internet Centre
• Advice for parents and carers from Childnet
• Reviews and information about games, apps, TV shows and websites from Common Sense Media
• Help on using parental controls and privacy settings from Internet Matters
• Information and reporting of online grooming or sexual abuse from CEOP

You can also speak to your child's teacher or designated safeguarding lead at any time.