This month we are featuring two online safety guides from National Online Safety which focus on instant messaging apps and social media.
WhatsApp is the world’s most popular messaging service but it is also widely used to spread misinformation. What other risks are there? Did you know that in the UK and Europe, the age rating for WhatsApp is not 16+? What about Wink... ever heard of this instant messaging app? It allows children to connect and play games, but just what kinds of things could your child be exposed to? Find out more in the guides below.
March 2022 - What Parents and Carers need to know about WhatsApp
March 2022 - What Parents and Carers need to know about Wink
For more information about online safety, tips for parents/carers, or to report online safety concerns, please visit the Online Safety page of the school's website.