Articles Archive
Supporting schools in Wales with e-Safety – what we have achieved so far
In 2014, we bid for and successfully won a contract to support Welsh Government in the delivery of e-Safety education across Wales. Here's an update of our progress.
27th May 2016
POSH wins Digital Safety Award!
We are delighted to announce that our Professionals Online Safety Helpline has won an Internet Matters Digital Safety Award!
26th May 2016
Revised Statutory Safeguarding Guidance for schools in England
Following the consultation launched in December 2015, the Department for Education has today, published its response and revised statutory guidance: 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'
26th May 2016
Responding to and Managing Sexting Incidents: Updated advice for Schools
The National Police Chief Council released a statement on the procedure they have to take when a 'sexting' incident is reported to the police. As a result SWGfL and the UK Safer Internet Centre have updated their advice for schools...
24th May 2016
Online Safety Helpline: Here for you
The Professionals Online Safety Helpline was setup in 2011 to help people who work with children with Online Safety issues, to raise awareness we have produced a new video to introduce the service
19th May 2016
5 things parents should know about Instagram
In the world of social media, one of the hottest platforms at the moment is the photo sharing platform Instagram, especially with young people. Here are the answers to 5 top questions you may have about it
18th May 2016
Social media, mobile devices… What does your policy say?
Is your school considering running its own Twitter or Facebook account? Do you know what to consider regarding devices that young people or visitors bring into school every day?
17th May 2016
One phish, two phish, red phish, blue phish…
We’re aware that there has been a spate of phishing emails recently, so we’ve compiled this quick guide to help raise awareness of phishing
17th May 2016
When I grow up I want to be.....a YouTuber
Vlogger Zoella is reported to earn over £50K a month from YouTube alone...wow! But there are risks associated with vlogging too. We explore both sides of the argument.
13th May 2016
New app under development to help teenagers cope with everyday stress and anxiety
MeeTwo is a new ‘peer support’ app which is currently being developed within schools to improve resilience and help teenagers aged 13-18 to cope with everyday stress and anxiety
10th May 2016
5 Steps to a Safer ooVoo
There’s been quite a bit of chat about the app ooVoo on the helpline recently, particularly in relation to younger user's safety. With that in mind, here are 5 steps to a safer ooVoo.
5th May 2016
Schools Internet Service: What you need to know
We’re always very concerned when we hear that schools are being misinformed particularly when it leads to additional spending or a compromise in quality, safety or security
4th May 2016
SWGfL partners with Friendly WiFi
Friendly WiFi, the Public WiFi accreditation scheme is pleased to announce a new partnership with SWGfL to provide access to the accreditation for schools and further promote awareness of the colourful Friendly WiFi logo, to help children and young people stay safe online.
22nd April 2016
Superfast Broadband at Turlin Moor
That dreaded buffering symbol was a regular occurrence at Turlin Moor primary school until they upgraded to Superfast Broadband. Read about their journey and find out to take the next step in yours.
19th April 2016
What constitutes 'appropriate filtering'?
Prevent Duty Guidance now states that schools must "ensure children are safe from terrorist and extremist material when accessing the internet in school, including by establishing appropriate levels of filtering". So what does this actually mean?
19th April 2016
Broadband Buyers Guide for Schools
Nowadays, fast, reliable broadband is essential. So, what do you need to think about when purchasing broadband for your school? We've put together our top 6 "must haves" for your schools internet service
19th April 2016