E-Safety at Shefford Lower School
At Shefford Lower School, keeping children safe online is just as important as keeping them safe in the classroom. Technology plays a vital role in learning and we are committed to ensuring that all pupils develop the knowledge, skills and confidence to use it safely, responsibly and respectfully.
Our Approach
Our e-safety education is embedded across the curriculum and supports the objectives set out in the UK Council for Internet Safety guidance and the Department for Education statutory framework for Relationships, Health and Sex Education (RHSE).
We teach children to:
- Stay safe online and protect personal information
- Understand privacy and security settings
- Recognise and report online bullying
- Identify reliable and unreliable online content
- Use technology respectfully and responsibly
- Know what to do if something online makes them feel worried or unsafe
E-safety lessons are delivered through our Computing and PSHE curriculum, themed assemblies, class discussions and special awareness days.
Reporting a Concern
If a child is worried about something they have seen or experienced online, they are encouraged to speak to a trusted adult at school. Parents and carers can contact the school office or the Designated Safeguarding Lead Mrs Parry directly.
