At Beaford Community Primary & Nursery School, the safety and well-being of our pupils are our top priorities. We understand that parenting in the digital age presents new challenges, with children accessing the internet from a variety of devices both at home and elsewhere. To support you in keeping your child safe both online and offline, we've compiled a list of valuable resources.

Online Safety Resources

• Thinkuknow
  Advice from the National Crime Agency to help children stay safe online.
  Visit Thinkuknow

• Internet Matters
  Support for parents and carers to keep their children safe online, including guides on setting parental controls.
  Visit Internet Matters

• Parent Info
  Expert information to help parents navigate the challenges posed by the digital world.
  Visit Parent Info

• London Grid for Learning (LGfL)
  Resources and support to help parents and carers keep their children safe online.
  Visit LGfL

• Net Aware
  Guidance from the NSPCC on the latest apps, games, and social media sites children are using.
  Visit Net Aware

• NSPCC – Online Safety
  Comprehensive advice on online safety, including how to talk to your child about staying safe online.
  Visit NSPCC Online Safety

• UK Safer Internet Centre
  Tips, advice, and resources to help children and young people stay safe online.
  Visit UK Safer Internet Centre

Preventing Bullying, Prejudice, and Racism

• Bullying, Prejudice, and Racism Incidents (BPRI) Resource
  Support and guidance from Devon County Council on addressing bullying, prejudice, and racism.
  Visit BPRI Resource

Keeping Our Children Safe

Adults need to be aware of potential risks such as Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) and radicalisation. There is free and useful information, advice, and resources available at the following sites:

• Coerced Online Child Sexual Abuse
  Information from the UK Safer Internet Centre on recognising and preventing online child sexual abuse.
  Visit UK Safer Internet Centre

• Parents Protect
  Advice on how to protect children from sexual abuse and exploitation.
  Download Parents Protect Leaflet

• Supporting Young People Online
  Guidance on helping young people navigate the online world safely.
  Download Parent Factsheet

• NSPCC
  Resources and support on a wide range of child safety issues.
  Visit NSPCC

• Devon & Cornwall Police – Protecting Your Child Online
  Tips and advice from local police on online safety for children.
  Visit Devon & Cornwall Police

Additional Resources

• 6 Videos About Online Safety
  Short videos providing insights into keeping children safe online.
  Watch Online Safety Videos

• Advice for Parents About Snapchat
  Understand how Snapchat works and how to keep your child safe while using it.
  Read Snapchat Advice

• Advice for Parents About Instagram
  Information on Instagram's features and safety tips for young users.
  Read Instagram Advice

• An Introduction to Online Safety Video for Parents
  A helpful video outlining the basics of online safety for parents.
  Watch the Video

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We hope you find these resources helpful. By working together, we can ensure our children are safe and informed as they navigate both the online and offline world. If you have any concerns or need further support, please do not hesitate to contact the school.