Online Safety for Parents
Keeping children safe online is a shared responsibility between families and schools. Our school supports the guidance provided by eSafety (Australia’s eSafety Commissioner) https://www.esafety.gov.au, which helps parents understand the digital world and protect young people as they learn, play and socialise online.
The online environment offers great opportunities for learning, but it also comes with risks such as cyberbullying, inappropriate content, unwanted contact, and privacy concerns. eSafety provides practical, evidence-based advice to help parents recognise these risks and support their children to use technology safely and responsibly.
On this page, parents can find information and resources to:
Understand common online safety issues affecting children and teenagers
Learn how to set up devices and parental controls
Build healthy family habits around screen time and online behaviour
Support children if something goes wrong online
Access free eSafety webinars, guides, and translated resources
By working together, we can help ensure every student feels confident, informed, and protected in their online experiences.
Screen Time
With technology becoming an essential part of learning, understanding appropriate screen time for young people can be challenging. There is a growing amount of research about screen use, and knowing what is suitable for different age groups can vary. The eSafety Commissioner provides valuable guidance for both schools and parents when considering healthy screen time habits.
According to eSafety, the right amount of screen time depends on several factors, including:
Age and maturity
The type and quality of content
Learning and curriculum requirements
School and family routines
At Pacific Pines State High School, we consider each student’s screen use in the context of their overall learning environment and wellbeing. To support safe and balanced screen use, our school follows a structured approach that includes:
Being actively involved in students’ screen experiences
Working with students to set clear and appropriate expectations
Developing and reinforcing healthy boundaries around device use
Establishing device-free zones and times within the school setting
Promoting a balance between screen time and other physical, creative, and social activities
Using digital tools to help monitor, guide, and manage access when needed
Leading by example to support students in building positive and responsible digital habits
Our goal is to help students develop safe, balanced, and sustainable digital practices that support both their learning and wellbeing.