E-Safety

Computers, tablets and technology in general are becoming increasingly used within our school both to record and enrich learning. We proactively teach ICT skills to our year 1 and Year 2 children as we believe a strong foundation knowledge and confidence in this area is imperative if they are to become independent and creative learners. Links to some of the apps and websites we use in school and those suggested for additional resources to use at home can be found on the Online Learning Pages of this website.

E-Safety Workshops 2023

Key to the teaching in this area is ensuring that our children are using technology safely. Every year we run a series of 'E-Safety' workshops for all members of the Oatlands School community; children, parents and staff in order to help everybody understand the importance of using technology safely. These are delivered by Online Safety experts Education Child Protection (ECP) Ltd (https://www.ecplimited.com) and are generously funded by Oatlands School PTA.

The dynamic, high quality parent focused presentation provides parents with an insight into the wide array of apps, games and websites that children are using. This session is a ‘must’ for all parents whose children have any presence in the digital world. The intention is to empower parents to keep their children safe when using technology. There are four areas covered in the parent session: