Dear Parents and Carers,
We are writing to make you aware of a number of recent incidents involving some of our Year 6 pupils not being as mindful as they should be when using the internet and online platforms at home. While many children use technology confidently, they do not always recognise the risks or understand how quickly situations online can escalate.
To help us keep all pupils safe, we are asking for your support with the following:
- Regularly check your child’s online activity, including the apps, games, and websites they are using, as well as any messages or group chats they are part of.
- Have open conversations at home about online safety, including how to behave responsibly, how to respond if something makes them uncomfortable, and why it is important to speak to a trusted adult if they are unsure about anything they see or experience online.
- Review privacy settings together and ensure your child only communicates with people they know in real life.
- Remind them that their actions online have real‑world consequences, just as they do in school or in the community.
We continue to teach online safety as part of our curriculum and address concerns as they arise, but your involvement at home makes a significant difference. Working together helps ensure that children develop the awareness, resilience, and good judgement they need to navigate the online world safely.
If you have any questions or would like further guidance on supporting your child online, please contact the school office or follow the link from the NSPCC below.
Thank you for your continued support.
Keeping children safe online | NSPCC
Kind regards
Miss Cook
Headteacher
Newdale Primary School and Nursery
