Tag: Schools

Online Safety Policy Templates Updated in Response to Keeping Children Safe in Education
The policy templates have received updates to reflect the KCSIE 2026 guidance and will act as a valuable resource for schools.
15th July 2026

NEN - The Education Network Launches AI Webinar Series for Education Professionals
This series of webinars supports with understanding, implementing and managing AI across different areas of educational practice.
13th July 2026

Harrow School Achieves the Online Safety Mark
The Online Safety Mark is awarded to schools that can demonstrate that online safety is embedded across leadership, safeguarding, teaching and learning.
10th July 2026

Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026: What Do Schools Need to Know?
While many of the changes build on existing expectations, this year's update contains several significant developments for online safety.
9th July 2026

Free Webinar: Findings From the 2026 Cyber Breaches Survey
SWGfL and Secure Schools are hosting a special webinar exploring the findings from the Cyber Breaches Survey 2026
2nd June 2026

Book Tickets for Strengthening Cybersecurity in Schools Webinar
On Thursday 21st May, we are running a follow up session to support schools with their cybersecurity responsibilities.
1st May 2026

Updates to the 360 Degree Safe Online Safety Self-Review Tool and Policy Templates
Our online safety self-review tool has received significant updates to reflect recent updates to national guidance in England.
22nd April 2026

New Resource: Understanding and Challenging Behaviours Associated with the Manosphere
The new resource provides practical guidance for educators and parents navigating this evolving landscape.
1st April 2026

Take Our Survey: Professional Views on a Social Media Ban for Under-16s
We have launched a new national survey to capture the views of professionals working with children on the social media ban.
31st March 2026

SWGfL Extends 25% Discount Across Key Safeguarding Solutions
We are delighted to announce the continuation of our 25% discount across a number of core safeguarding solutions that support education and youth communities.
26th March 2026

“No platform gets a free pass”: Government Announces New Action on Online Safety and AI Risks
The UK Government has announced new measures to strengthen protections for children online, including action to close gaps in existing legislation and address the growing risks posed by artificial intelligence.
16th February 2026

Free Access to Whisper Through the Safeguarding Network & SWGfL 25% Discount
This article outlines how your community can make use of our anonymous reporting tool and professional training platforms with ease.
21st January 2026

SWGfL: 25 Years of Ensuring Everyone can Benefit from Technology Free from Harm
We’re proud to launch our 25-year anniversary campaign in celebration of the people and progress that have shaped SWGfL since 2000
5th September 2025

Family Smart Start: Empowering Safe and Effective Smartphone Use
We are pleased to announce the pilot launch of the Family Smart Start project, developed in partnership with the Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI).
15th July 2025

Deepfake Defences 2: Latest Research from Ofcom
A new publication from Ofcom is examining the impact of synthetic media, known within mainstream media as deepfake content.
11th July 2025

New Resources Available for Supporting SEND Learners
A dedicated SEND hub has been created by SWGfL for educators, Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs), and Child Protection Leads.
11th June 2025