Cyber safety

​Manly West State School has policies that address online safety and cyberbullying. If concerns arise, please contact your child’s classroom teacher or the school office.​
What to do if something goes wrong online 

1. Stop — don’t respond to hurtful messages or posts.
2. Collect evidence — take screenshots and note usernames/links.
3. Block and report in-app — use the platform’s report tools.
4. Tell an adult — speak with a parent/carer and your classroom teacher.
5. Get further help — if it continues or is serious:
   • Report to the eSafety Commissioner (cyberbullying, image-based abuse, illegal/restricted content)
   • ReportCyber via the Australian Cyber Security Centre (fraud, account hacks, scams)
   • Queensland Police: Children and the Internet

Animations for students

These short clips show common primary-school scenarios and encourage students to seek help if something goes wrong:

• Bullying in gaming
• Sharing mean content

Student expectations

• Keep your personal details private (name, address, phone, school, passwords).
• Never share your account or password with anyone.
• Be respectful — do not post or share anything mean, nasty or hurtful.
• Don’t share photos or videos of others without their permission.
• Never meet in person with someone you only know online.
• Don’t be a bystander — tell an adult if you or someone else is being bullied.

Resources for parents & carers