Safeguarding

Staying Safe Resources

Staying safe online is an important part of modern life which applies to us all, not just the pupils of Tytherington School. Please see the resources provided below for information on what you can do to protect yourselves, and advise in case things go wrong.

If you need to report any problems affecting you or someone you know please speak to a member of staff, a member of the Safeguarding Team if possible, or use the Staying Safe Reporting Form.

GENERAL ADVISE

Educate Against Hate – “Provides practical advice, support and resources to protect children from extremism and radicalisation.”

Net Aware – “A leading children’s charity in the UK, specialising in child protection and dedicated to protecting children today to prevent abuse tomorrow. The only UK children’s charity with statutory powers, which means we can take action to safeguard children at risk of abuse.”

Project Young Eyes – “App Reviews For Most Popular Social Media, Video, Photo, Lifestyle, And Gaming Apps Used By Kids Today. If You Don’t See One You’re Looking For Let Us Know!

National Online Safety – Screen Addiction – “Training and resources for the whole school community in online safety, mental health & wellbeing, and climate education”

HEALTH & RELATIONSHIPS

Parents Protect! – “An information and resources website which aims to raise awareness about child sexual abuse, answer questions and give adults the information, advice, support and facts, they need to help protect children.”

Spot the Signs of Unhealthy Relationships for Children – “How to talk to your child about relationships – You might feel awkward. But there are ways you can make it easier…”

Healthy and unhealthy relationships | Childline – “Relationships can be confusing. Especially if you really like someone but they do things you’re not comfortable with. We’re here to help you think about what feels right for you.”

INTERNET SAFETY

Internet Safety – BBC Bitesize – When we are online you can easily share personal information with other people but you need to be careful. You need to watch out for spam emails and protect your private information

Think U Know – “The National Crime Agency’s CEOP Education team aim to help protect children and young people from online child sexual abuse. We do this through our education programme, providing training, resources and information to professionals working with children, young people and their families.”

VPN Mentor’s Ultimate Guide for Protecting Your Child Online – “Our guide is updated for 2024, and it’s filled with steps you can take to protect your child from sexual predators, cyberbullying, mobile phone addiction, and hurtful content. While you don’t need to panic, you do need to be aware of the magnitude of the risks online.”

SOCIAL NETWORKING & COMMUNICATION

How to Make a Report – “Reporting advice for adults and young people. Find out how to report on popular online services.”

Disrespect Nobody – “There’s a person attached to every body, respect both. Healthy relationships are all about respecting each other. You should feel loved, safe and free to be yourself…”

Netiquette – “The internet often plays a huge part in many young people’s daily activities”, “With so much of their lives playing out online, it is important for young people to consider how their online behaviour and choices can have an impact on themselves, and others.”

Guide to Dealing with Sexting for Children – “If you’re feeling pressured or something’s gone wrong after sending a nude, we’ve got advice to help.”

So You Got Naked Online – “A resource for children, young people and parents that offers advice and explores strategies to support the issues resulting from sexting incidents.”

Facebook’s Safety Guidelines – “Whether you’re currently facing an issue or looking to be proactive about your online safety, we want to help. Discover expert-backed safety resources and tools across our technologies.”

Facebook Safety Checklist – Resource for how pupils can protect themselves on Facebook using various privacy settings, reporting tools and content preferences.

VIDEOGAMES & STREAMING

Safety when “Live Streaming” – You can now broadcast from anywhere in the world, to anywhere in the world for free using the device in your back pocket. Do you know know the difference between live.ly and live.me? Read on and
keep children in your care safer online.

Cheshire East Autism Team (CEAT) – Information on Violent Video Games for Pupils with ASC – “A team of autism specialists consisting of teachers, support assistants, a speech & language therapist and a Family Liaison Officer.” Provides advise on how violent video games and their effects on pupils with ASC specifically.