While children are learning from home, they are away from the online safety and security services provided by Network for Learning (N4L) at school. So together with N4L and Netsafe, we have launched www.switchonsafety.co.nz - a free way to block the worst of the web for students and teachers.  

Technology is great whether it’s for information, learning, keeping connected or for games, music and videos. Here's a reminder about how to keep young people safe in an online world where, unfortunately, there are some predators.

Keeping safe online

• Netsafe continues to be available to provide you with support for online safety. They have information for parents and caregivers and have pulled together their top tips for online safety during the lockdown. Report an incident to Netsafe.
• If you think a child in your care is the victim of online exploitation or abuse, report it to Police - if you or a child are in danger or a crime is being committed, call 111 or visit your nearest Police Station immediately