Online Safety
At Horizons College we believe that learning about staying safe online is very important. We make sure all our learners are aware of some of the risks to safety that are online and what to do to stay safe. Every learner, parent and or carer will sign our acceptable use of ICT and Internet form to make sure they understand how to use the equipment and stay safe online.
Safer Internet Day
Horizons College takes part in Safer Internet Day each year. It’s celebrated across the globe, with thousands of young people joining in across the UK to explore how they can use the internet responsibly, respectfully, critically and creatively. We continue the work from Safer Internet Day throughout the year.
Find out more by following the link to the UK Safer Internet Centre Website
Useful Information
Below are some excellent resources for Learners, Parents and Carers:
Top tips for setting boundaries around gaming
Sharing photos - What parents and carers need to know about Sharing Photos
Anime - What parents and carers need to know about Anime
ESports - A guide for parents and carers
Tiktok – A Useful Guide for Parents and Carers
Netflix – A Useful Guide for Parents and Carers
Minecraft – What parents need to know
Online Gaming to Online Gambling – Recognising the signs
There are a list of SMART rules which will help our young people to stay safe online. These rules can be viewed by clicking here and should be followed when using all kinds of technology such as mobile phones, games consoles and home computers.
