Parent / Carers' Guides for Online Safety

We are proud to be a National Online Safety certified school and we know that children love being online.  The internet is a fun, exciting, sociable and engaging place.  However, the internet also has its dangers.  Young people seem to be rich in knowledge surrounding technology and it can be difficult to keep track as our children explore the online world.

Whatever they are doing, our parent guides (updated regularly)  will help you keep your children safe as they navigate the online world.  Share these guides with your children.  Start an online safety conversation today.

Parental Controls Set up Information

Parent / Carer Guide - Check in with friends

We always teach children to take care of their bodies, to eat healthily and to have balanced screen times with other activities.  However, it is also so important that we remind our children to take care of their minds.  There are lots of things that can impact on our children's mental wellbeing (one in every five children will experience some form of mental health struggle and spending lots of time online - seeing lots of terrible news and events doesn't help).  We can find it tricky to support a friend that is going through a hard time but let's check in with our friends - start with sending them a nice message and ask them how we can show good friendships, what they need from us when and where.

Openview Education Information

SPSM have previously worked with Openview Education on different projects such as Anti-Bullying Week and Online Safety Week.  They have been kind enough to share their new videos with us.  These videos will help to begin discussions between you and your child around staying safe online, anti-bullying and wellbeing.

How to Clean Devices - Advice and Tips

We are all aware (especially given the current circumstances) how important it is to be aware of cleanliness and personal hygiene.  We have much advice about hand washing but it is also important that we think carefully about how we clean and disinfect surfaces and objects.  Not many people are aware that this is especially important with our electronic devices.  Take a look at our guide to cleaning devices (and some 'dos' and 'don'ts).