INTERNET - ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY

The use of Internet, email and other mobile /digital technologies within school.

INTERNET USE

We want you to enjoy using the Internet, but we also need to ensure that you are safe online by:

• giving you computer equipment that works properly;

• helping you to go on websites that are safe;

• teaching you how to surf the web in a way that helps you to stay safe.

Everyone in the school should be allowed to use the Internet and email and you can help make sure that this
continues to happen:

• always using kind words when writing an email;

• by only using the Internet in school to do your class / homework and

• not using it to download music or speak to your friends on a special website;

• looking after the computer equipment so that others can use it too!

HOW TO STAY SAFE

The Internet within school is filtered (by Brighton & Hove LEA using Webwasher software) to prevent access to inappropriate websites, but if you, by mistake, go on a website that you find is unsafe or inappropriate, let your teacher know straight away.

If you receive an email from someone that you find upsetting, let your teacher know straight away.

If you see or receive anything that makes you feel worried, tell an adult you trust. You can talk to your mum, dad or teacher.

Do not give out any personal details to anyone else online.

MOBILE PHONES

If you have a mobile phone and you are allowed to have it in school, remember it should only be used for emergencies and not in a way that might make someone sad.

See also the Childnet guide to 'Young People & Social Networking Sites'  here
Staying Safe - resources for parents on SWGFL site here