Children's Safety on the Internet
The Internet is a valuable tool for your children's learning and we would not want to discourage them from using it, however we understand the risks that are prevalent in the digital world. At Southfields Community College we are committed not only to ensuring your child's safety in the actual world but also in the digital world. Therefore we are committed to their safety whilst using the Internet.
The College's Safeguarding Online Policy is available to download here.
What can I do to help?
Here are some simple steps that you can take to help protect your child from accessing inappropriate websites:
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if it is possible locate the computer with internet access in a shared room within your home. This will help you to keep an eye on what your child is doing on the internet
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many computer operating systems allow you to set up usernames. This will allow you to use the built in tools that come with the operating system to control internet access and content
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filtering software can be purchased to filter out unsuitable web sites
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if you see your child accessing an inappropriate site discuss with them why it is inappropriate
Where can I get further advice?
For further help and advice you can visit the following websites:
http://www.ceop.gov.uk
http://www.childline.org.uk
http://www.childline.org.uk
If you are concerned that your child has been a victim of abuse you can report abuse using the CEOP button below. If you need immediate assistance you should contact the police via 999
Contacts at Southfields Community College
For further information about how we are helping your children to stay safe online please contact Mr Mark Nightingale (Information Technology Teacher), Mrs Karen Frusciante (Assistant Headteacher E-learning) or Mr Larry Davis (Associate Deputy Headteacher Ethos) at the College.
Parents/Carers