What they say about us
Feedback from Teachers
Just a brief note to say a big thank you for giving such an excellent talk on internet safety last night. What you said what very helpful, relevant, and needed. Just what we were looking for.
Edward Elliott, Head, The Perse School, Cambridge, CB2 8QF
Equipping parents to be savvy online! - It was a delight to welcome over 40 parents to this evening on Thursday 10 February and those who attended found the presentation informative, useful and thought-provoking. The evening looked at how we can keep our children safe online and avoid very real threats posed by cyber bullying, sexting and grooming. Very clear advice and discussions surrounding effective communication, physical controls and an awareness of these issues provided those present with much food for thought.
Both the parents’ and pupils’ workshops were very useful and informative and will certainly be used as a springboard for further discussion and education on safer use of the internet. Our parents have asked for a second evening so that those unable to attend last term will have the chance to listen and participate in the active workshop provided by Wendy. We recognise that our parents and staff are less savvy than our pupils on using the internet so instruction on how to keep our pupils and children safe is definitely needed. Thank you Eyepat for your talks and your informative publications.
Pastoral Deputy - Notre Dame School
"Eye PAT provided an excellent service. The presentation to parents was very well received and all went away feeling fully informed of the practical steps which they could take to further secure the E-safety of their families. From initial interest to final delivery, Eye PAT proved a most professional organizaton. I would thoroughly recommend them to any school considering this most important subject."
Deputy Head - Croydon High School
Deputy Head - Croydon High School
"I was very impressed wih the content of this course. It was refreshing to have an honest, frank and committed delivery of a sensitive issue. Excellent information provided via comprehensive reference guide."
Teacher - Archbishop McGrath School, Bridgend
Teacher - Archbishop McGrath School, Bridgend
“The Eye Pat training in two hours covered most of the risks of modern technology in a manner that parents could easily grasp. The tips on safety, child protection and good parenting were most welcome and the parents were quick to sing its praises. I would highly recommend the Eye pat course and materials both for staff in-service training and for parental awareness”
Andrew Gough, Head Teacher, Ripley Court Primary School, Surrey
Andrew Gough, Head Teacher, Ripley Court Primary School, Surrey
"The Internet Safety Training Session delivered by Penny on 8th Feb was a real eye-opener & incredibly informative. Many parents just aren't aware of the potential dangers to their children on-line & may assume that they are safe, when they are often exposed to dangers that they may never face in "real - life". The Session gave the parents the tools to protect their children by enabling privacy settings & a useful CD Rom and films that would generate discussions around potential "grooming", cyber-bullying & how to report abuse. I would have no hesitation in recommending Eye PAT Training & feel that it is a "must" for all parents."
Learning Communities Area Coordinator, Betws Primary School,
Learning Communities Area Coordinator, Betws Primary School,
"It was a pleasure to host and done to a very professional standard. We look forward to hosting again and to receiving the publicity material from you so that we can really plug it with our parents"
Head Teacher, Tongwynlais Primary School
Head Teacher, Tongwynlais Primary School
"Very informative, a real eye opener, thanks."
Teacher, Tongwynlais Primary School
Teacher, Tongwynlais Primary School
"Way beyond my expectations, fantastic advice. A very sensitive subject discussed in an informative, sensible manner. Many many thanks."
Teacher, Ton-yr-ywen Primary School
Teacher, Ton-yr-ywen Primary School
"Fantastic opportunity for all to learn about the internet - good and bad! Will be in touch very soon to book a session in the near future in our school and community."
Teacher - Porth County Community School
Teacher - Porth County Community School
"We were looking for a way to ensure that our parents were well informed and able to work with the school to keep their children safe online. The training evening was a very succesful way of achieving this and I know from having spoken to parents afterwards that it has already had an effect in many of the homes of those who attended."
Head Teacher - Ely St. Mary's School, Cambridge
Head Teacher - Ely St. Mary's School, Cambridge
Extract from Llandaff Cathedral School Newsletter - 2nd October 2009 Parents' Seminar
We had an excellent seminar on Monday evening, given by Eye PAT (Internet Protection Awareness Training, a local company) on keeping children safe on the internet. A very good turnout of parents enjoyed the presentation... Many thanks to the parents who were kind enough to email a letter of thanks, one such is reproduced below... As parents we are "all in this together" wanting to keep our children safe yet also giving them the freedom necessary to grow into mature and responsible adults.
We had an excellent seminar on Monday evening, given by Eye PAT (Internet Protection Awareness Training, a local company) on keeping children safe on the internet. A very good turnout of parents enjoyed the presentation... Many thanks to the parents who were kind enough to email a letter of thanks, one such is reproduced below... As parents we are "all in this together" wanting to keep our children safe yet also giving them the freedom necessary to grow into mature and responsible adults.
Feedback from Local Authorities
"Excellent Presentation - Good way of informing parents of the problems that exist."
School Improvement Services - Vale of Glamorgan Council
School Improvement Services - Vale of Glamorgan Council
"On behalf of Rhondda Cynon Taf Council, I'd like to thank Penny & Gerry at eyepat for a real educational and valuable insight into the dangers posed by the internet to young people. As professionals who care for and support vulnerable young people within RCT, the recent training, which was well received by all and delivered to a high standard by Penny will no doubt ensure our children continue to be safeguarded."
Darren Notley, Employment & Training Manager for Looked After Children, Human Resources
Darren Notley, Employment & Training Manager for Looked After Children, Human Resources
Feedback from Foster Carers and Social Workers
Thought it was brilliant. I was amazed that I still learn't so much more again this year, as we did from doing the same course (with someone else) last year!
Foster Carer - SWIIS
I thought it was very well presented and held my interest the whole way through
Foster Carer - SWIIS
Brilliant use of resources. Very good information pack. Tutor had a vast knowledge of the subject. I currently work with young adults aged 16-25 with learning disabilities, A workshop with this client group would be very useful.
Social Worker - Carmarthenshire County Council
Realise I've been very niave both professionally and personally. Excellent training and the fact that we have a guide to refer to will be very helpful.
Social Worker - Carmarthenshire County Council
Very informative. Learnt lots and very helpful for foster carers. Food for thought.
Foster Carer - Carmarthenshire Council Council
Very experienced presenter with a depth of technical knowlege
Foster Carer - Bridgend County Borough Council
Foster Carer - Bridgend County Borough Council
Excellent Session, clear info and advice given
Social Worker - Rhondda Cynon Taff Council
Well presented and would be invaluable to young people.
Social Worker - - Rhondda Cynon Taff Council
Excellent, well presented session, I recoomend this to anyone working with kids.
Social Worker - - Rhondda Cynon Taff Council
Feedback from parents:
Very well presented. This should be mandatory for all parents with internet access. Thank you for providing these links. Your presentation last night was eye-opening. It saddened me to see how young children can suffer through the internet and cruel e-mails. It reinforced how precious and vulnerable our children are. So many young lives could have been saved if more parents knew of, and acted against, these dangers. I am sure adults can suffer too. It’s too easy to hide behind the electronics. I believe that this should be rolled out to all schools.
Parent – Howell’s School, Llandaff and Chair of School Governors – Cardiff Primary School
Parent – Howell’s School, Llandaff and Chair of School Governors – Cardiff Primary School
"Excellent session - Thank you - This is one of the most useful and positive sessions I've been to - Learned such a lot." -
Parent Archbishop McGrath School and Westminster MP
Parent Archbishop McGrath School and Westminster MP
Opened our eyes.
Personally I think a lot of parents suffer under the delusion of "my child would never" and thus put their child at risk. I think you should encourage a discussion amongst parents as to why they think their child is "special" . Your experience as a parent showed in your understanding of the subject.
Parents - Magdalen College School, Oxford
"Excellent Session, I would recommend every parent to attend. Very informative and helpful."
Parent - Brynnau Primary School
Parent - Brynnau Primary School
"Very well presented, excellent content and a necessity for any parent with children who have access to the internet"
Parent - Cowbridge Comprehensive School
Parent - Cowbridge Comprehensive School
"It made me realise how my own accounts need to be changed and from that I will learn how to monitor and set up my kids ones"
Parent - Llantrisant
Parent - Llantrisant
"Would absolutely recommend" "I learnt lots of things today and I consider myself computer literate!"
Parents - Murch Junior School, Dinas Powys
Parents - Murch Junior School, Dinas Powys
"Thanks, very informative, we will tell friends and relatives about this evening"
Parent - St Cyres School, Dinas Powys
Parent - St Cyres School, Dinas Powys
"Very informative - a real eye opener, thanks"
Parent - Tongwynlais School, Cardiff
Parent - Tongwynlais School, Cardiff
"Fantastic course, totally changed my perception of the internet by the end of the session. Left me with lots of food for thought.""I think this should be made aware to more schools / parents - very worthwhile two hours. Many thanks"
Parents - Tonyrefail Primary
Parents - Tonyrefail Primary
"We are very thankful to the Cathedral School for organising the Eye PAT seminar. Obviously I’d heard about the hazards of the internet but the excellent presenter spelled out how the dangers can present themselves. More importantly, Penny Steinhauer focused on how to prevent problems"
Excellent session - thank you, I have learned a lot and will act on info now.
"Excellent, very informative, something every single parent should attend. Without any doubt I would recommend to other and I will be contacting you to arrange a talk."
Parents - Llandaff Cathedral School
Excellent session - thank you, I have learned a lot and will act on info now.
"Excellent, very informative, something every single parent should attend. Without any doubt I would recommend to other and I will be contacting you to arrange a talk."
Parents - Llandaff Cathedral School
"Excellent, I now feel prepared and will install parental control." "Keep doing what you're doing."
Parents - Ton-Yr-Ywen Primary School
Parents - Ton-Yr-Ywen Primary School
"It was a really informative presentation that truly does highlight the dangers that children can face on these social networking sites. As a parent, I don’t think I’d be on my own in thinking that ‘My child knows what they are doing so I don’t have to worry’. How wrong can we be. The most trivial of information posted on these sites could potentially be turned into something more sinister and what happens then.You have really opened my eyes and if your good work and commitment to this very serious issue can save one person from harm then you are to be commended for that."
Parent - South Wales
Parent - South Wales
We are very thankful to the Cathedral School for organising the Eye PAT seminar. Obviously I'd heard about the hazards of the internet but the excellent presenter spelled out how the dangers can present themselves. More importantly, Penny Steinhauer focused on how to prevent problems. Please pass on my thanks to the staff who gave up their time for us last night.
Feedback from Youth Workers
Excellent session, well instructed and delivered-fantastic-thank you - Cardiff Council
Thoroughly enjoyed, very moving, learnt lots - Definitely will take back to YC and see if I can invite you to a session. - Cardiff Council
Brilliant - Cardiff Council
