Roecroft Lower School

Last week Year 2 had an exciting school trip to Knebworth House which was a day full of science and exploration! We took part in activities which included visiting the walled garden to see how plants grow and also comparing different types of very large trees! We also enjoyed planting a sunflower seed and making lavender bags to take home! Our day finished with visiting the adventure playground which was super fun! 🌸🌳🍃🌺

Minecraft continues to be a highly popular platform for children, combining creativity, problem-solving and social interaction.

While the game can offer positive opportunities for learning and play, features such as public servers, multiplayer modes and in-game communication can create safeguarding challenges.

Our latest guide supports educators and parents in understanding these risks and helping children play more safely.

The guide explores:
• Public server communication and contact with unknown players
• Griefing, disruptive behaviour and online conflict
• In-game spending and subscription costs
• Addictive gameplay loops and balanced screen time
• Safer settings, private servers and suitable game modes

With clear, practical advice, the guide helps adults set boundaries, encourage safer choices and support responsible Minecraft use.

Access the guide: https://vist.ly/54tfx

Looking for something fun to do with the smaller people during half term week?

Join us for our Biodiversity Craft Event - Friday 29th May 10am- 12noon at the Greenacre park. There's lots of interesting things to make and do!

We look forward to seeing you there! - Put it on your calendar!

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

Neurodivergent children are often early adopters of technology, making supported online experiences especially important.

Our latest guide helps parents and educators understand how to create safe, positive digital environments.

It explores key considerations, including:
• Modelling responsible online behaviour
• Setting age-appropriate boundaries
• Encouraging open and supportive conversations
• Understanding emerging risks such as AI-generated content

The guide also highlights the importance of balancing screen time with offline activities to support wellbeing and development.

Download the guide here: https://vist.ly/536kq