The Olive Tree Primary School uses technology for a range of processes. Technology supports the school’s communication, assessment, safeguarding, teaching and learning systems and more.  Access to technology supports our children’s’ ability to self regulate, access learning at their pace, flipped learning, remote learning, accessibility and much more.

We recognise that whilst working online it is essential that children are safeguarded from potentially harmful and inappropriate online material. As such, we have robust security in place such as appropriate filters and appropriate monitoring systems. These systems are regularly monitored, and staff are aware of these systems, they can manage them effectively and know how to escalate if a concern is identified. The school’s curriculum supports children with the responsible and safe use of technology preparing them for the future.

Parental controls are a key tool for parents and carers to keep their children’s internet use safe.  Click the links to find guides that will  explain how you can control internet access at home, block inappropriate content, manage the use of social media and manage devices. Find out more at Internet Matters and Apple Support.

This family safety and location sharing app protects each family member with advanced driving, digital, and location safety features.  For more information click the link here.

‘Parent Guides’ posters and resources enable parents and carers to keep their children safe online. Click the link here to access Parent Guides on social media use, digital device rules, healthy friendships and much more. 

How new laws that keep children safe on the internet work.

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/keeping-children-safe-online-changes-to-the-online-safety-act-explained?es_c=A9E9356ADCC36C5B9F8150F45E3A0234&es_cl=752CE3311083C823C0FD7661D27AEB62&es_id=ph7£o1