With increased access to the Internet through a variety of devices, it has become increasingly important to discuss with children the dangers the Internet could pose and the possibilities it can also open up.

Even with an awareness of the dangers the internet can pose children should always be supervised when using and accessing the internet. They should only play games that are deemed age-appropriate, they should be supervised when using the internet and social media; children should be 13 before they have a Facebook and Instagram account.

At Oakley Infant School, we teach children about staying safe when using technology. The children are taught about being ‘Digital Citizens’. The six characters remind children to know what to look out for so they can avoid things that don't seem right.

We teach the difference between healthy and unhealthy relationships and help spot warning signs and get out of potentially harmful situations. 

Arms – Helps us to balance our time online.

Gut – Listen to your guts and stay safe online.

Feet – Use your feet carefully when leaving tracks online!

Legs – Stand up to bullies online!

Heart – Use your heart to be kind and respectful online!

Head – Use your head to ask questions about staying safe online!