At South Kirkby Academy, we ensure that the safety of all our pupils is paramount. We recognise that ICT (Information & communication Technology), the internet and communication online can support children’s development and enrich learning experiences in a technologically evolving world. The increased use of technological devices such as laptops and PCs, mobile phones, tablets, e-readers and gaming devices is becoming commonplace and so it must be a shared responsibility to ensure that children are safeguarded online and that they know how to appropriately use them.
Resources and help
www.thinkuknow.co.uk – CEOP’s one-stop shop for internet safety. Has a section for teachers and trainers to access free resources
www.digital-literacy.org.uk – SWGfL have created this collection of digital literacy resources for all age groups
www.childnet.com – Video’s and resources available for children, young people, parents and professionals. Includes resources designed for younger children such as Smartie the Penguin and Digi Duck
www.saferinternet.org.uk – Collects resources, links, research and guidance for all ages, professionals and parents included
https://www.leedsscp.org.uk/Parents-Carers-Wider-Family/onlinesafety – Leeds Safeguarding Children Partnership website with information on internet safety for parents, professionals, children and young people
www.childline.org.uk – Offers an online and phone based counselling and support service. Will not appear on phone bills and is a Freephone number – 0800 1111
www.iwf.org.uk – The Internet Watch Foundation is an internet industry funded body who seek to remove images of child abuse from the internet
www.cybermentors.org.uk – An online anonymous forum where children and young people can discuss their experiences of being bullied with their peers
www.disrespectnobody.co.uk – A website that provides information on sexting and YPSI incidents for parents.
https://www.wakefieldscp.org.uk/useful-resources/national-resources/ – The WSCP is the key statutory mechanism for agreeing how the relevant children’s organisations in Wakefield co-operate to safeguard and promote the well-being of children and young people and to ensure the effectiveness of the work they carry out. Key resources are included here.
https://www.nspcc.org.uk/ – This includes a wealth of information linked to online abuse along with sexting and YPSI.
https://parentzone.org.uk/system/files/attachments/Digital%20Parenting%205.pdf – Vodafone Digital Parenting Help
If you are suspicious or have any concerns that a Child is suffering or is likely to suffer ‘Significant Harm’, including any form of mistreatment or abuse, please call the Customer Service Centre (CSC) on 01522 782111
Online Safety Policy
Please refer to our comprehensive policy for all information regarding online safety at South Kirkby Academy – click on the link below.
Safer Internet Workshop for Parents
Every year, we hold an informal workshop for SKA parents regarding internet safety. This is a fantastic opportunity to have questions answered and share concerns with the staff of South Kirkby Academy. Look out for the next one which will be advertised via flyer and please feel free to join us!
Missed the last one? No problem! Have a look through the powerpoint and download the parent workshop pack to keep updated.
Safer Internet Day
