What is Sexting?

WHAT IS SEXTING?

This is the sharing of sexual, naked or semi-naked images, videos or messages on any device.

At Bedford Road Primary Academy we are committed to ensuring our children understand how to use any electronic device responsibly and safely. Although 'sexting' is associated with teenagers, pressure via social media and unsupervised time online can leave younger children vulnerable.

Key messages we teach the children, and which you as parents can reinforce are:

Think before you post
Would a true friend ask you to do that?
Only take and share photos with permission
If you are worried tell a trusted adult

IF PARENTS HAVE A CONCERN

If parents have concerns about their own or another child they can speak to a member of the designated safeguarding team:

Designated Safeguarding Lead is: Alex Holdsworth

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead is: Lyndsay Maguire

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead is: Beth Crocker

For advice to help parents understand the risks and to support their child if they have been sending, sharing or receiving nude images, visit www.nspcc.org.uk/sexting or contact the NSPCC helpline on 0808 800 5000 to discuss any concerns.