Always be careful when you are using the internet. It can help you to keep in touch with your friends and help your education – but it can also cause harm – to you and to others. 

Following the SMART rules will help keep you safe. 

Click the poster to see the SMART rules full size.

Safe - do I feel safe online?

Meeting - should I meet someone that I don't know in the real world?

Accepting - be careful what you click on!

Reliable - can you be sure what you read on the internet is true?

Tell - if something online makes you feel uncomfortable then tell an adult.

 - always be kind and respectful to others online.

Remember help is always available at school if you are having any problems online. Please don’t be afraid to talk to your teacher or another adult at school.

If you or anyone you know is worried about Child Exploitation, Online Protection or anything related to Internet Safety please click the link below which will take you to the CEOP reporting website:

If you are not ready to report to CEOP, you can contact Childline in confidence by clicking this link:

Other helpful links to look at with your family:

Tips for staying safe online:

• Make sure you keep new online friends strictly online. If someone you don't know asks to be your online friend you must ensure an adult knows about it.

• Know how to use the CEOP Button and how to report it to the CEOP Centre if you are concerned about someone’s online behaviour towards you.