Safer Internet Day 2025
Empowering Our Students to Stay Safe Online
The focus of Safer Internet Day is ‘Too good to be true – Protecting yourself and other from scams online’.
Tuesday, 11th February, marks Safer Internet Day, a crucial occasion to remind ourselves and our students about the importance of eSafety. This half-term, our computing lessons will be dedicated to fostering a safe digital environment. However, it’s not just about one day or one subject—we all share the responsibility of helping our students navigate the online world safely, whether they’re on or offline.
Key Resources for Parents and Educators:
- The UK Safer Internet Centre – Safer Internet Day 2025
- Online A-Z: Glossary for Internet Safety and Terms – Internet Matters
- Report Online Scams – Action Fraud
- Child Exploitation & Online Protection Agency (CEOP) Safety Centre – CEOP
- Is Your Child Ready for Social Media? – ThinkUKnow
- Social Media Advice Hub for Parents – Internet Matters
- Parental Controls Offered by Your Home Internet Provider – UK Safer Internet Centre
School-Wide Activities:
We’ll engage students in discussions and activities that promote awareness and proactive behaviors:
- Pupil Leadership Group Discussions: Exploring what internet safety means to them and identifying online risks.
- Interactive Activities:
- Tracking daily screen use and exploring alternative activities.
- Creating an “Internet Use Agreement” to establish healthy online habits.
Computing Lessons Focus:
In computing lessons, students will partake in various activities to reinforce eSafety:
- Password Security: Learn how to create strong passwords.
- Online Friendships: Discuss the “Do’s and Don’ts” of safe online interactions.
- Digital Footprints: Use analogies like footprints in the sand to explain the lasting impact of online actions.
- Online Behavior: Explore positive and negative online behaviors and their consequences through discussions and creative exercises like comic strips.
- Stranger Danger Online: Watch informative videos and create posters to raise awareness.
- Online Fraud Awareness: Learn about online fraud through videos, scenario analysis, and creating awareness posters.
- Safe Online Purchases: Understand digital payment platforms and participate in exercises like “Spot the Scam” to differentiate safe from unsafe payment requests.
Encouraging Student Leadership:
We will also be developing pupil-led resources based on their feedback and insights from these activities. This initiative empowers students to take ownership of their online safety and share their knowledge with peers.
Let’s work together to ensure that our students are not only aware of the risks but also equipped with the knowledge and tools to stay safe in the digital world. Safer Internet Day is a step towards a safer online environment for everyone.