Web safety
SMART rules
There are 5 important safety tips to remember when going online...
Secret - Always keep your name, address, mobile phone no. and password private - its like giving out the keys to your home.
Meeting someone you meet in cyberspace can be dangerous. Only do so with your parents'/carers' permission and then when they are present.
Accepting e-mails or opening files from people you don't really know or trust can get you into trouble - they may contain viruses or nasty messages.
Remember someone online may be lying and not be who they say they are. Stick to public areas in chat rooms and if you feel uncomfortable - get out!
Tell your parent or carer if someone or something makes you feel uncomfortable or worried.
For more information and safety advice check out the DfEE supported site
Kidsmart. For specific C-Net computer safety information download the welcome pack or the computer and internet safety document from docs, forms and downloads.
Help and Advice
Child Line
www.childline.org.uk
Help & Advice, message board, playable shockwave games. Focuses on bullying, drugs, health & family worries
Advice
Drugs and Alcohol -
www.geocities.com or
www.familyeducation.com
Internet - What not to go on -
www.safeteens/safeteens/safeteens.htm
Careers
www.connexions-direct.com
Helpline
There are lots of useful websites that inform you how to chat safely, e.g.