Staying safe on the Internet is one of our key responsibilities at Mayfield.
We do this by employing various technologies that filters the school’s Internet connection, using classroom management tools and capture software, which is constantly monitoring a user’s computer.
As Parents and Carers, it is important to make yourself aware of the multitude of Social Media Applications for mobile phones and tablets available, and its features so that your child can use their Apps safely.
Below are a number of popular Apps that your child is likely to be using on a daily basis.
You can click the links below to learn more about each App and its features.
What you need to know about Live-Streaming.
Live-Streaming is a growing trend amongst children and young people across the globe. The National Online Safety team have designed a guide to inform Parents and Carers about the potential dangers of Live-Streaming and how they can help control the associated risks. Live-Streaming Guide
If you want to report a case of online abuse please do so by clicking the icon below.
Below are some links to websites that may help you secure your computer further such as safe searches on Google and websites with information on staying safe online.
ThinkuKnow offers great advice for children, parents and teachers about how to have fun online - but stay safe. The site covers games, mobile phones, chat, social networking and more.
The NSPCC is dedicated to stopping cruelty to children. The website offers advice and publishes the free Childline number for children to call as well as the NSPCC helpline.
A large US based resource for eSafety and parenting news, articles and resources. Instructions on how to configure Google and YouTube to provide only safe and filtered search results.
Enjoy the Internet safely: Click Clever, Click Safe