Priestlands School

We have become aware that some of our students are accessing OMETV, a platform that connects users with random strangers. This comes with significant risks, including exposure to inappropriate content and unsafe contacts.

Please take a moment to check your child’s phone and have a conversation with them about staying safe online.

For more information, please see this excellent parent guide: InternetMatters.org

Thank you for your continued support in helping keep students safe online.

Hayley Yates

Assistant Headteacher & Designated Safeguarding Lead

Dear Parent/Guardian

Financial exploitation can happen to any child, from any background. Criminals are increasingly approaching young people online through gaming and social media, as well as in places like shops or cashpoints, offering “quick cash” or fake job opportunities. Their aim is to gain access to children’s bank accounts to commit fraud and launder money, often without the child realising what is happening.

To help you understand the signs and how to protect your child, please read this important guidance from The Children’s Society: What is Financial Exploitation? | The Children's Society

Thank you for your support.

Hayley Yates

Designated safeguarding Officer & Assistant Headteacher

Please read the attached Letter 6 from the Headteacher, providing news and information including:

• Highlights of this half term
• Staffing news
• Charity fundraising
• House activities and rewards
• 5* kitchen award
• Childrens’ Mental Health Week
• Support in managing separations
• Wet weather and uniform
• Reminder of dates for next academic year

We have become aware that some of our students are accessing OMETV, a platform that connects users with random strangers. This comes with significant risks, including exposure to inappropriate content and unsafe contacts.

Please take a moment to check your child’s phone and have a conversation with them about staying safe online.

For more information, please see this excellent parent guide: InternetMatters.org

Thank you for your continued support in helping keep students safe online.

Hayley Yates

Assistant Headteacher & Designated Safeguarding Lead