What is e-safety?

E-safety is the concept of protecting users as they navigate the internet, especially those most vulnerable. It tries to protect users from potentially harmful content that can be found on apps or websites, or the effects of such content, such as grooming, pornography, or cyber bullying.

Whether you like it or not, technology has become an integral part of our daily lives, especially when it comes to children. In marked contrast to older generations who may not understand how touchscreens work, kids today presume that everything works with a swipe.

This can be challenging for parents, particularly when it comes to keeping their children safe on the web. Even though lawmakers and regulators may think they understand what kids are doing online and on social media, the ever-changing nature of technology constantly presents new d
angers.

E-safety at a simple level means being safe on the internet. Some people also include the safe use of technology in this as well. The pace at which technology is evolving can make it difficult to know what to include when talking about the safe use of the internet.

In schools, teachers will play an extremely important role in inspiring young people and shaping their futures, but they also have a responsibility to safeguard children’s wellbeing, in both the classroom and online. Online abuse can take shape in a number of forms including: