Internet Safety

The internet’s a big place, so it’s important that you stay safe when you’re surfing online. After all, you never know what’s lurking beneath those virtual waves! Here are our guidelines to help you stay safe when you’re online:

• Never tell anyone you meet online your address, your telephone number or your school’s name
• Never send anyone your picture, credit card or bank details
• Never arrange to meet anyone without checking with your parent or carer first. Make sure they go along with you to meet them
• Never give your password to anyone – not even your best friend
• Never stay in a chat room if someone says or writes something that worries you or makes you uncomfortable
• Treat other people as you would like to be treated – don’t shout or get angry
• Take care of younger children. Remember the library belongs to everyone, and that other people can see what you are looking at on the computer.