Tag: Schools
A Guide to Staying Safe with the Stars Messaging App
A new social media app for children is growing in popularity. Learn more about how Stars works, and how to use it safely.
13th December 2024
Ofcom Report Highlights Gender Differences in Online Behaviours
The latest findings from Ofcom’s annual report into the UK’s digital habits revealing how men and women engage with the online world.
28th November 2024
Insights from the UK Safer Internet Centre’s Sextortion Report
The UKSIC has recently released a report examining sextortion cases handled by the Revenge Porn Helpline from August 2022 to August 2024.
20th November 2024
Navigating the Latest Changes in DfE Filtering and Monitoring Standards for Schools and Colleges
DfE has recently updated its Filtering and Monitoring Standards for Schools and Colleges, introducing changes designed to address evolving digital risks.
28th October 2024
Assisted Monitoring Service: A Proactive Approach to Safeguarding Students
SWGfL has partnered with Senso to provide schools and colleges with an innovative monitoring solution: the Assisted Monitoring Service.
22nd October 2024
Cyber Secure Check-Up for Schools – Impact, Feedback and Updates
Find out what the impact has been from Cyber Secure and hear about the latest updates in this latest article.
9th October 2024
Understanding the Impact of Encrypted Client Hello on School Filtering Systems
Filtering has become more complex with the introduction of Encrypted Client Hello (ECH), the latest encryption standard aimed at improving user privacy.
2nd October 2024
Preparing for Back-to-School: Online Safety and Wellbeing
With the first few weeks of term upon us, it’s a great time to prepare for the rest of the school year with the help of SWGfL’s resources.
4th September 2024
Online Safety Training Available to Kickstart the Autumn Term
Our latest Online Safety Clinics and Online Safety Live events are here to support teachers and school communities to stay up to date with the latest knowledge and news around online safety.
29th August 2024
Rethinking Screen Time: A Balanced Perspective with Pete Etchells
Pete Etchells, Professor of Psychology and Science Communication, joined the podcast Interface to discuss his work around screentime.
17th July 2024
David Wright Awarded Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE)
As part of the King’s Birthday Honours List for 2024, David Wright has been awarded a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) .
15th June 2024
New Data Reveals Impact of Cyber Security Attacks on Schools
The Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2024 has revealed the extent of cyber security attacks on schools.
6th June 2024
New Online Safety Live Events Available for 2024
The UK Safer Internet Centre is back on the road, delivering a brand-new set of Online Safety Live sessions across the UK. Book your place here:
14th February 2024
New Interface Podcast Released: AI and ChatGPT, What it Means for Schools and Educators
In the latest Interface Podcast episode, Jess McBeath and Ailish Hunter are joined by Ken Corish to delve into the potential impact of artificial intelligence (AI) in education.
25th January 2024
The A.I. Uprising: Charting the End of the App and the Death of Software
Ken Corish shares his thoughts on the rise of artificial intelligence and how it will impact our future relationships with technology.
24th November 2023
Free Lesson Plans Available for Artificial Intelligence
We have worked with the South East Regional Organised Crime Unit (SEROCU) to produce free lesson plans for schools, all about artificial intelligence.
2nd November 2023