Introducing... the #12DaysofOnlineSafety! 🎅🎄 We've got advice on setting up devices, understanding the benefits of parental controls and having open conversations with children about the digital world. 🎮 On the 1st day of Christmas, we're looking at #CriticalThinking! 🤔

🎵 “Check pitfalls with #WakeUpWednesday! Tra-la-la-la-laaa …” 🎵 Stressed about presents – or loved ones STAYING present? 📱🎁 We gift you some top tips for reducing your family’s screen time and enjoying a merry tech-free Christmas! 🎅 Download >> bit.ly/4ali6oH

On the 2nd day of Christmas, let's empower young minds to reflect on their #DigitalFootprint! 🦶 🎄 It's important to make sure that your children are considering the lifespan of what they share online! 💭 #12DaysofOnlineSafety #OnlineSafety #ChristmasSafetyTips

Safe to use right out of the box? 🎁🎮📱 This week’s #WakeUpWednesday guide explains how to set up parental controls on some of the most popular internet-enabled devices – reducing #OnlineSafety risks while increasing the festive fun! 🎄 Download >> bit.ly/41LLOzn

Lovely start to the new term - the children have been using Scratch. They have added sprites, backgrounds and programming blocks to create a mini animation. Well done @Woodlands6DM and @Woodlands5MG

Smart phone – smart user? 📱🤔 A whopping 98% of over-12s in the UK now have their own phone, with many younger children also using one regularly. Our #WakeUpWednesday guide has expert tips to help them avoid #OnlineSafety risks ⚠ Download for FREE here >>

Thank you so much for the fab training! The staff love it! MissMacICT Woodlands4RO @Woodlands6BS @Woodlands6DM @Woodlands56LT @Woodlands5SE @Woodlands5MG @Woodlands3HH @Woodlands3LB @Woodlands34LW

Parents, carers and families of Woodlands don’t forget to sign up to attend the Online Safety meeting held by Cheshire Constabulary on Thursday 1st February at 3.30pm. Check your emails and this weeks newsletter to see how to attend. See you there!

Please attend our online Safety meeting on 1st Feb at 3.30pm. Technology is constantly changing and it’s vital we keep ourselves and family safe when online, using social media and mobile phones. A link was sent to all parents and carers via email and in last week’s newsletter.

How do you talk to your kids about online safety? 💬 Safer Internet Day 2024 is a great opportunity to start the conversation and make space for their voices. Find out more at Safer Internet Day here: bit.ly/48Y75Im #SaferInternetDay

#SaferInternetDay is nearly here! 🌐🛡️ Reflecting the “managing influence” strand of this year’s theme, our #WakeUpWednesday guide unpacks ‘persuasive design’ – and uncovers some common but often hidden #OnlineSafety risks to young people 👀 Download >> bit.ly/3HEhihl

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You may have noticed an increase in betting adverts lately – courtesy of the Euros ⚽ Gambling, however, poses a risk to young people all year round 🤞💸 This #WakeUpWednesday, we’re letting you know how to safeguard children from the hazards of gambling. bit.ly/4bosr29