Online Safety

The internet and digital technology provide exciting opportunities to learn, communicate, create and explore. At Barham Church of England Primary School, we teach children how to enjoy these opportunities safely, responsibly and respectfully.

Online safety is taught through Computing, PSHE and Relationships Education and is reinforced whenever pupils use technology. Children learn about privacy, passwords, age restrictions, respectful communication, reliable information, online friendships, gaming, social media and the safe and responsible use of artificial intelligence.

Being kind, confident and curious online

Kind: We communicate respectfully, think about how our words may affect other people and never use technology to hurt or exclude someone.

Confident: We know how to block and report inappropriate content and speak to a trusted adult whenever something online makes us feel worried, uncomfortable or unsafe.

Curious: We ask questions and think carefully about what we see online. We understand that pictures, videos, messages and information—including content created using artificial intelligence—may not always be genuine or accurate.

Safer Internet Day 2026

Safer Internet Day 2026 took place on 10 February 2026. Its theme was:

“Smart tech, safe choices – Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI.”

Pupils explored how artificial intelligence can be useful and creative, while learning to question AI-generated content, protect personal information and make safe and responsible choices.

What should I do if something worries me?

If you see or receive something online that makes you feel worried, frightened or uncomfortable:

* stop and move away from the device;

* do not reply or share the content;

* keep the message or take a screenshot if it is safe to do so;

* block or report the account or content; and

* tell a trusted adult straight away.

You will not be in trouble for asking for help. Speak to a parent, carer, teacher or another adult you trust. Staff at Barham will listen and help you.

Concerns about online sexual abuse or grooming can also be reported through the CEOP Safety Centre

Further child-friendly advice and activities are available from the UK Safer Internet Centre

• Acceptable Use Statements for YR and KS1 (opens in new tab, PDF document)
• Acceptable Use Statements for KS2 (opens in new tab, PDF document)