At The Meadows, we teach e-safety at the start of each Computing lesson. Our curriculum is bespoke to the needs of our children. Our older children learn about how to stay safe when using social media and in group chats, whereas our younger children are taught how to play age-appropriate games safely. Our curriculum meets the requirements of the national curriculum.
We encourage parent discussions about child use of social media and electronic devices. We understand that children understand how to use electronic devices better than us sometimes. This year, we have a session available for parents to come along and learn and discuss about e-safety.
Below are a list of websites that may help in supporting children to use their devices safely and responsibly:
The number of apps and social media channels your child could be exposed to grow all the time, as does an app’s functionality. We recommend you visit Net Aware to read the latest and most current advice on over 70 apps to ensure you know what they do, how you can limit their features as well as recommended age restrictions. Net Aware.
The apps included are:
- Fortnite
- Snapchat
- YouTube
- Minecraft
- Clash of Clans & Clash Royale
- Kik
- Friv
- Dubsmash
- Wink
- YOLO
- TikTok
- And many, many more
TikTok is a social media platform that lets you share and discover videos and privately message
Minecraft is a game that lets you build, create and explore virtual worlds with building blocks.
Roblox is an online game and app where you can create and share your own games and games that others have made. There is an option to chat to other players.
Instagram is a popular photo sharing site, it is possible to comment on other people’s photos.
WhatsApp– is an instant messaging app which allows you to share photos, videos, text messages and make calls.
Snapchat– The snapchat app lets you send videos, photos and messages to your friends which appear briefly and then disappear
Check out this page for guides to many more games and apps: Net Aware | Networks.