Further information

Cyberbullying

Are you?

• A young person who uses a mobile phone and the internet regularly?
• A parent/carer who doesn’t feel confident with using technology but wants to know how to keep your child safe?

If so, click on the link below for more information. 

Full details of cyberbullying guidance are available here.

Sign up to our online pledge wall and join together with others in taking a stand against bullying

Further information is available from Rita Adair – rita.adair@norfolk.gov.uk 01603 671426

Key advice to young people using technology:

1. Always respect others
2. Think before you send
3. Treat your password like a toothbrush
4. Block the Bully
5. Don’t retaliate or reply!
6. Save the evidence
7. Make sure you tell

External links

Childnet
Offers a range of resources for children and young people, their families and teachers.

Cyberbullying.org
One of the first websites set up in this area, for young people providing advice around preventing and taking action against cyberbullying. A Canadian-based site.

Chatdanger 
A website that informs about the potential dangers online (including bullying), and advice on how to stay safe while chatting.

Connexions
A website for young people relating to a guide to life, money and getting around.

Websafecrackers
A website for children and young people focusing on cyberbullying and how to deal with phone abuse. It's free to email, chat, phone or text them for advice.

Internet Safety Zone
Has useful information for parents, teachers and children on cyberbullying and how to tackle it.

Thinkuknow.co.uk 
Information from the Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre on how to stay safe online.

Bullying Online
A multi-award winning anti-bullying charity. Their website is user friendly and regularly updated. Practical help on all aspects of cyberbullying for pupils and parents.

Kidsmart 
Provides resources including lesson plans, leaflets, posters and games.

About links to other websites.