E-Safety at St Edmund's

Technology is part of growing up for our children, from watching programmes on a tablet to playing games on a shared phone. At St Edmund’s, we help children learn to use technology safely as part of their everyday learning, and we make sure every site and app children use in nursery is safe and appropriate.

We know family life is busy, and keeping up with the online world can feel like one more thing to think about. There’s no such thing as getting it “perfect”, and small, simple steps really do make a difference.

Simple things you can do at home

  • Keep devices in a family space, so you can see and enjoy what your child is watching or playing
  • Watch and play together when you can. It’s a lovely way to share their interests and spot anything that doesn’t feel right
  • Set up filters and parental controls. Your internet provider can help block unsuitable websites, and most tablets, phones and TVs have their own settings too
  • Use child-friendly apps and profiles, such as children’s versions of video and streaming apps
  • Encourage your child to ask an adult before going online or downloading anything
  • Teach them to keep personal details private, such as their name, age or address
  • Let them know they can always come to you straight away if they see anything online that worries or upsets them, and that they won’t be in trouble

Safe Starts Online: support for under-fives

Safe Starts Online is a free campaign from the online safety charity Internet Matters, created especially for families with children aged five and under. It offers practical, expert-backed advice on:

  • Finding a screen-time balance that works for your family
  • Choosing age-appropriate programmes, games and apps
  • Setting up parental controls on the devices you already have
  • Building positive digital habits from the very start

Got five minutes? Over a cup of tea or once the little ones are in bed, take a quick look. You might find one new tip that makes life a little easier.

Useful links

We’re here to help

If you have any questions about your child’s screen use or online safety, please speak to any member of our team. We’re always happy to chat.