Online Safety at The Disraeli School

Our Commitment to Online Safety

We teach children how to:

• Make safe choices online

• Recognise risks and unsafe behaviour

• Use trusted adults when something feels wrong

• Build positive digital habits

• Understand privacy, passwords and personal information

Our systems help protect pupils, but conversations at home are just as important.

If You’re Worried — Speak to the DSL Team

If your child sees something upsetting online, receives unkind messages, or feels unsure about anything digital, please speak to our Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) or any member of staff. Children are taught that they can always ask for help.

⚠️ Key Online Risks to Be Aware Of

• Online bullying — unkind messages, exclusion, rumours

• Inappropriate content — violence, adult content, harmful challenges

• Strangers online — contact from unknown people

• Gaming risks — chat functions, spending, addictive play

• Social media pressure — likes, comparisons, unrealistic images

• Sharing personal information — photos, location, passwords

• Scams and fake accounts — phishing, impersonation

Children are taught to stop, block, tell if something feels wrong.

Trusted Support for Families

These organisations offer excellent advice, videos and reporting tools:

NSPCC – Keeping Children Safe Online

Practical guides for parents, including social media safety, gaming, and talking to children about online worries. NSPCC Online Safety

CEOP – Report Online Concerns

If you’re worried about online sexual abuse or grooming, CEOP helps you report it safely. CEOP Safety Centre

BBC Own It – Child-Friendly Advice

Videos, quizzes and tips designed for children to help them stay safe and make good choices online. 

Online Bullying

Online bullying is taken very seriously. We teach children to:

• Be kind online

• Report unkind messages

• Block and not respond

• Speak to a trusted adult immediately

Parents should contact the school if their child experiences online bullying — we will act quickly and support your family.

How We Teach Online Safety

Online safety is taught through:

• Computing lessons

• PSHE and RSE

• Assemblies

• Workshops and themed weeks

• Parent information sessions

We help children understand how their brain, feelings, and choices connect to their online behaviour.

📞 Need Help or Advice?

Please speak to:

• DSL Team

• Any member of staff

• Your child’s class teacher

You will always be listened to.