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Online Safety Guide for Parents: Supporting Children with Upsetting Content Online
Children may sometimes come across upsetting or worrying content when using the internet. It is important that they know what to do and feel confident asking for help. Our latest Online Safety Guide for Parents and Carers explains how you can support your child if they see something online that makes them feel uncomfortable, worried […]
What Parents & Educators Need to Know about Snapchat
Keeping children safe online is more important than ever. Apps such as Snapchat are popular with young people for sharing messages, photos and videos, but they can also present risks including inappropriate content, AI-generated images, sextortion, online pressure, and excessive screen time. Our latest Online Safety Guide for Parents explains how Snapchat works, the features […]
What Parents Need to Know about Social Pressures: Friends & Followers
The whole concept of social media relies on users having friends or followers (or both). ‘Friends’ tend to be those with whom users will share their own personal profile. It’s usually a mutual relationship, with both parties able to engage and interact with everything their friends post online. ‘Followers’, on the other hand, are typically […]
Looking for ways to keep the family well and active this winter? Barnardo’s has you covered!
Winter Wellness: Free workshops on managing winter bugs, home safety, and mental health support for Dads. Dates: Wednesdays throughout February at 12:45pm.Location: Camp Hill Children and Family Centre. Activity Timetable: From Baby Time to LEGO Club, there’s something for all ages (0–19 years). Check the slides for the full January/February schedule at Riversley Park, Camp […]
Online Safety Guide for Parents: Gaming
Video games are a huge part of children and young people’s lives, and with concerns around screen time, online interactions, violent content and in-game spending, it can be difficult for parents and carers to know where to start. Our Online Safety Guide for Parents focuses on moving from policing gaming to parenting it. The guide […]
Violent Content Online
Children and young people may come across violent or upsetting content online, which can be disturbing or confusing for them.Our Online Safety Guide for Parents explains what violent content online is, why it can be harmful, and how it may affect children. The guide also offers clear advice for parents and carers, including how to […]
ALP Nuneaton Autumn Newsletter!
Dear Families, As we come to the end of another term, I wanted to reflect on what has been a truly positive term for our school community. This term, we have warmly welcomed a number of new learners to our school, and I am delighted to say that they have all settled in well. Our […]
Stay Safe on New Devices!
Whether you’re an internet newbie or a pro at surfing the web, it’s always important to keep online safety in mind. We’ve pulled together a list of top tips to make it easier for you to protect yourself and your devices in the digital world – helping you steer clear of hazards like misleading information […]
Online Safety Guide for Parents: Sadfishing
Understanding what children experience online is more important than ever. One growing trend is sadfishing – when someone shares exaggerated emotional posts on social media to gain attention or sympathy. While many young people use social media to seek genuine support, oversharing personal feelings online can sometimes leave them vulnerable to unkind comments, bullying, or […]
Online Safety Guide for Parents: Smart Devices in the Home
With more smart speakers, digital assistants and internet-connected gadgets appearing in our homes, it’s never been more important for parents and carers to understand how to keep their families safe. While smart devices can make life easier, they also bring risks such as hacking, data access and unwanted connections to your home network. Our new […]