Online Safety at Botley School

Being online offers fantastic opportunities, but staying safe is essential. Here are some key rules to remember:

1. Always ask a grown-up before going online.
2. Take regular breaks from screens and online activity.
3. If anything worries you, always talk to a trusted adult.
4. Be kind online.

Use the resources and activities below with your parents and carers to learn more about online safety.

Keeping Safe Online:

The internet is a fantastic resource, but staying safe is crucial. The link below provides helpful information for keeping yourself and your children safe online:

• UK Safer Internet Centre - Parents and Carers Section

The SMART Rules:

Remember the SMART internet rules:

• Safe: Keep your personal information safe.
• Meeting: Don't meet up with someone you've met online without telling a grown-up.
• Accepting: Be careful about accepting friend requests or messages from people you don't know.
• Reliable: Not everything you read online is true. Check information with a grown-up.
• Tell: Tell a grown-up if anything online makes you feel uncomfortable or worried.

Always tell someone if you are unsure about anything online.

Further Resources:

Explore these links to learn more and test your knowledge.

• Think You Know: CEOP's website with information, quizzes, and games.
• CBBC Newsround: Quiz to test your knowledge.
• Kidsmart: Smart Rules and much more. 
• Be Share Aware: NSPCC campaign about internet safety for parents.
• 5 Internet Safety Tips for Kids:

UK Safer Internet Centre Resources:

• Resources for 3-11 year olds from UK Safer Internet Centre
• Guides for parents and carers