For me, the recent Censuswide survey commissioned by BBC Teach paints a concerning picture of online safety in primary education. With 80% of teachers reporting at least one safeguarding incident linked to online safety in the past year and one-third seeing an increase in these incidents, the reality is clear – children are navigating a digital world filled with risks. Online scams, AI-generated misinformation, and the blurred lines of social media access are no longer just concerns for teenagers; they are now primary school issues.
Yet, while the challenges are real, the response must be more than just fear. We must prepare children not only to be safe online, but also to become responsible and informed digital citizens. The solution is not simply banning technology but embedding digital literacy into every aspect of education.
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