St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Hendon

As a Catholic school, we are guided by our mission—We learn, we grow, we love—and by our values of Aspiration, Respect, Resilience, Community, and Creativity. These also shape the way we help children navigate the digital world safely and responsibly.

Our children are growing up in a digital age where technology is woven into everyday life. Rather than banning technology, we encourage families to embrace it together, promoting open conversations that guide children to use it safely, respectfully, and in a way that reflects our Catholic values.

This area provides useful links, guidance, and practical support to help you understand how children use online services—and how to keep them safe. Regular, trusting conversations are key. It is not about spying or catching children out, but about building trust, showing interest, and helping them make wise, responsible choices.

Childnet – Parental Controls

https://www.childnet.com/help-and-advice/
Information on setting parental controls on devices and supporting your child in safe and responsible internet use.

Thinkuknow

https://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/
Age-appropriate information for children, parents, and carers about staying safe online.

CEOP – Child Exploitation and Online Protection Command

https://www.ceop.police.uk/
Report concerns about online grooming or exploitation. CEOP works to protect children, safeguard families, and reduce online harm.

Internet Watch Foundation

https://www.iwf.org.uk/
Report any online criminal sexual or abusive content. The IWF works globally to remove harmful material and protect children.

UK Government – Social Media Guidance for Parents

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/child-safety-online-a-practical-guide-for-parents-and-carers
A practical guide for parents and carers whose children use social media, including advice on privacy, managing risk, and supporting your child’s wellbeing.

Childnet – Parents & Carers

https://www.childnet.com/resources/
Advice, toolkits, and videos to help parents support safe, respectful, and purposeful online activity.

Internet Matters

https://www.internetmatters.org/
Step-by-step parental control guides, online safety advice, and expert articles to help protect children of all ages.

Parent Zone

https://www.parentzone.org.uk/
Support, digital literacy resources, and updates for families navigating modern online life.

Parent Zone – Social Media Guides

https://www.parentzone.org.uk/knowledge/
Easy-to-understand guides on popular apps, games, platforms, and emerging online trends.

At St Joseph’s, we work in partnership with parents to help our children live out our mission through every part of their lives—including their digital lives. By staying informed, engaged, and connected, we can help our children learn safely, grow confidently, and love generously in a digital world.