Key points from Sally Elding's introductory presentation:

• The new proposals for the Computing PoS could have implications.

'Key Stage 1 pupils should be taught to communicate safely and respectfully online, keeping personal information private, and recognise common uses of information technology beyond school

Key Stage 1 pupils should be taught to describe how internet search engines find and store data; use search engines effectively; be discerning in evaluating digital content; respect individuals and intellectual property; use technology responsibly, securely and safely.'

Think about how you will provide for a child’s legal entitlement if these new proposal go ahead?

• Responses from children to the 2012 Starz Survey shows that children want:

• Ofsted ICT in Schools report states:

'In the best examples, governors, staff, pupils and parents were all contributing to the development of the virtual learning environment and then using it for a variety of applications: planning; reporting to parents; accessing learning resources; assessment; newsletters; email and social networking. Pupils were able to upload their class work and homework, often using film and photographs, and they were proud of their material on the virtual learning environment. The virtual learning environment engaged them in learning outside the school day, and enabled their parents to play a more proactive role in supporting their children’s learning……'

• Recommendations from this Oftsed Inspecting Esafety (Sept 2012) briefing for inspectors included:
   

an age-related, comprehensive curriculum for e-safety that enables pupils to become safe and responsible users of new technologies

• Review of the Accredited Competence in Esafety Scheme (ACE) meets thisOfsted recommendation and also fits with advice from LSA, EU Kids Online for:

"A careful balancing act, which recognises children’s online experiences ‘in the round’, is vital."