Dear Parents/Carers

Please find attached a letter from the National Crime Agency which schools have been asked to share with parents across the country. The letter is about a recent rise nationally in cases of a crime called ‘sextortion’

where young people are targeted and groomed to share images of themselves. These images are then used to blackmail young people for financial gain.

The letter contains clear advice of how to support your children. The best support you can give is to have a curious and open relationship with your child and their habits online. If you require further support, please do not hesitate to contact the school.

Hayley Yates
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Assistant Headteacher