Ivengers Online safety program
Pupils will SEND struggle to transfer skills learnt in the classroom to the outside world. Often pupils with SEND can verbalise a rule and recite how to stay safe, but cannot always contextualise that knowledge and fail to notice the risks when they occur in the moment. Pupils with SEND are often captivated by devices and technology, with skills which surpass their generalised ability to access the world around them. This too causes additional risk and vulnerability as pupils are exposed to potential risks by chance. Pupils with SEND maybe developmentally impaired, however more often than not, their online experience is similar to their neuro-typical peers.
Special Agents is focused on immersive learning creating a positive digital world embedded in the school community.
The main objectives are:
- To create a digital persona
- To demonstrate how digital life should be
- Facilitate positive online experiences
- To open up access to the positive digital world
- Facilitate in the moment problems leading to problem solving
- Learn the steps to access content we want
- To support peers with learning
Online safety is embedded throughout the curriculum. Pupils access meaningful digital experiences tailored to their interests, strengths and needs, helping them develop the confidence and skills to participate safely in the online world.
Technology is used across all curriculum pathways to support communication, learning, independence and social interaction. Pupils use videos, iPads, laptops and interactive technology to make choices, communicate, learn new skills and engage with activities that motivate them.
All pupils have access to Microsoft Teams, enabling communication with peers, virtual learning and after-school enrichment. Staff closely monitor interactions and use real-life situations to teach online safety, digital citizenship and responsible online behaviour.
By immersing pupils in positive, supported online experiences, PWA helps them develop the knowledge, confidence and independence needed to navigate the digital world safely both in school and beyond.