Sandhills Community Primary School

YouTube continues to be one of the most popular platforms for young people, offering a mix of entertainment, creativity and learning.

However, its vast content library and recommendation systems can also expose children to risks that are not always easy to spot.

Our latest guide highlights key concerns, including:
• Inappropriate or extreme content
• Interaction with strangers
• Risky trends and challenges
• The impact of short-form content

It also offers practical advice, such as using YouTube Kids, setting parental controls and watching content together.

Download the guide here: https://vist.ly/4zbr3

Violent clips, online conflicts and shock-value challenges can spread rapidly across social media platforms. Many young people are exposed to this content through algorithms or messaging groups, even when they were not actively searching for it.

Our latest guide explores how viral trends can encourage risky behaviour, normalise violence and create anxiety or fear within communities.

The guide also highlights:
• The emotional and legal risks of sharing violent content
• How social media algorithms amplify harmful material
• Practical advice for parents and educators

Download the guide and support safer online conversations with young people:

https://vist.ly/4vah7

Streaming platforms have quickly become one of the most popular ways for children to watch TV and films. But behind the convenience of on-demand content are several risks that parents and educators should be aware of.

From excessive screen time and binge watching to age-inappropriate material and algorithm-driven recommendations, our latest guide explores the realities of children’s streaming habits.

It also provides practical advice to help families create safer viewing environments, including:

✔️ Setting up individual profiles and PINs
✔️ Managing screen time and autoplay
✔️ Talking to children about algorithms and stereotypes

Download the free guide and help support safer streaming habits at home.

https://vist.ly/4uh7n

Tomorrow is World Book Day, and it’s the perfect chance to spark a love of reading in every child. Stories don’t just build literacy skills, they inspire curiosity, boost confidence and open doors to new worlds.

This week’s highlights simple, practical ways families can make reading part of everyday life. From creating cosy reading spaces to showing children that reading is fun, small habits can make a big impact.

Download your FREE copy here >> https://vist.ly/4tnsk

With its end-to-end encryption and huge popularity, WhatsApp is often seen as a private and secure way to stay in touch; however, that same privacy can make it harder for trusted adults to see when things go wrong.

This week's guide explains how features like group chats, disappearing messages, ‘Channels’ and location sharing can expose young users to pressure, unwanted contact and inappropriate content.

Download your FREE copy here >> https://vist.ly/4ryfu

Did you know that we have three intakes to our nursery during the year; September, January and April?

Find out more about our nursery admissions on our website

https://www.sandhillsprimary.org/

Or phone the office on 01865 433000 to book a visit.

Don't forget that we have our second Open Day for prospective parents on Tuesday 25th November at 9:30am. Contact the office on 01865 433000 to book your place.

Primary school applications are now open!

https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/schools/apply-school-place/reception-applications/make-application

If you are thinking of applying to Sandhills and would like to visit our lovely school, please phone us on 01865 433000 to join one of our open sessions on 20th November (from 1:15pm) or 25th of November (from 9:30am).

If you are unable to make any of these times, please let us know and we would be happy to arrange a visit for you.

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Our new nursery is ready to welcome its first pupils on Monday!

If you are interested in securing a place for your child at our nursery, please contact our office on 01865 433000, or complete the form below:

https://forms.gle/5Fy5gXC8DijKxcf98