E-Safety

E-Safety information for Parents and Carers

The internet is one of the most important resources of the modern world. We all use the internet on

a daily basis for communication, entertainment and in our jobs.

Keeping children safe while using the internet (E-safety) is absolutely vital and we here at The

Willows are committed to providing education and support to children and their families wherever

we can.

E-Safety is all about being positive in how we use the internet, while reducing the risks to which we

can be exposed through misunderstanding or misuse. Below you will find some links to information

and guidance we hope you will find useful.

The NSPCC has loads of helpful information on everything from gaming advice to inappropriate

content. Click here to read more.

(https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/online-safety/)

Childnet is a charity aimed at protecting children online. Their website is filled with helpful

information and advice for parents. Click here to read more.

(https://www.childnet.com/help-and-advice/parents-and-carers)

Saferinternet.org is a website dedicated to providing education and support to families around safer

use of the internet. The information on this site is updated regularly and includes articles and videos

for every device, app or situation you could think of. Click here to read more.

(https://saferinternet.org.uk/guide-and-resource/parents-and-carers)

CEOP stands for Child Exploitation and Online Protection. Not only does this site provide advice and

guidance, but you can also report issues you may be having. This can be done anonymously. You can

find the button to report problems directly on the home page of our website. Click here to learn

more.

(https://www.ceopeducation.co.uk/parents/)

There is a variety of apps which can be downloaded to help parents and carers protect their

children. These apps can help limit overall screen time, monitor children’s location and view

messages. New apps are created all the time and some are definitely better than others. There are

several listed here including a description of their function.

(https://www.jonnyshannon.com/blog/the-top-safety-apps-and-websites-for-parents-to-use)

Some websites and companies offer training and education as well as support resources for parents

and carers. Unfortunately these are often paid-for services but can be extremely informative and

helpful. One such company can be found here. Please make sure you read and understand the

terms and conditions before making any purchases!

(https://esafetytraining.org/resources/parents-carers-area/)