My new short video highlights key findings from Ofcom's latest research on screen time, social media, gaming, AI, digital literacy, online safety, and parental concerns: www.youtube.com/watch?v=bxTc... #OnlineSafety #DigitalLiteracy

A vital new parent guide from the IWF on AI-generated child abuse imagery. Clear, practical advice to help families understand the risks and start important conversations at home. Read more: www.iwf.org.uk/resources/ai... #OnlineSafety #Safeguarding #AI

New report highlights the “looksmaxxing” trend and its impact on boys’ wellbeing. Body image is often seen as mainly affecting girls — but this shows boys are also at risk. Important reading for schools and families: www.centreforyounglives.org.uk/news-centre/... #OnlineSafety

Looking forward to working with Early Years practitioners next week! We’ll explore meaningful use of technology in EYFS, reflect on practice, and share ideas you can use straight away. Free for Somerset settings (£10 others). Join us: supportservicesforeducation.co.uk/EYTechJune26 #EYFS #EarlyYears

Today's big news is the plan to ban under-16s from social media: bbc.co.uk/news/article... I joined BBC Somerset this morning to discuss what this means for young people, schools & families. A key moment for online safety—education matters more than ever.

It’s #AIAwarenessDay! 🤖 A great time to reflect on how we use AI safely in education. Build confidence with our training for primary, schools, and EYFS: somersetelim.org/training-and... and use ActiveBYTES to embed AI safety across your Online Safety curriculum.

Where does technology fit in the EYFS? We’ve launched Digital First Steps to help Early Years settings feel confident about: ✅ Technology ✅ Online Safety ✅ Age-appropriate practice Not about screens—about strong foundations. 👉 www.somersetelim.org/eLIMDigitalF...

This month, the DfE published a new Cyber Security Hub for schools. cyber-security-hub.education.gov.uk It brings together guidance on strengthening security, planning responses, and managing incidents, alongside the message that cyber security is a whole-school safeguarding responsibility.

Following a UK incident where pupil photos copied from a school website were misused using AI, the UK Safer Internet Centre has issued new guidance: ✅ Avoid face‑on images ✅ Don’t link names to photos ✅ Remove metadata ✅ Use low‑resolution images Guidance: saferinternet.org.uk/guide-and-re...

SWGfL Online Safety Policy Templates and the 360 Degree Safe tool have been refreshed — clearer, more practical, and better aligned with national guidance, including a new cyber security focus. Find out more 👇 swgfl.org.uk/magazine/upd...

Really enjoyed being on @bbcsomerset.bsky.social with @simonparkintv.bsky.social today 📻to chat about mobile phones in schools, social media bans for under‑16s, and the online safety work I do with schools and professionals. #OnlineSafety #Education #Safeguarding

New report on screen use for under‑5s published today. Under‑2s should only use screens for shared activities; ages 2–5 around 1 hour a day in short chunks, away from meals and bedtime. Interact during screen use. Full report: www.gov.uk/government/p... #EarlyYears #OnlineSafety

Our Technology in EYFS training is back! 🗓️ 27 April, 1:30–3pm Previous participants said it was: ✨ “A really useful workshop” ✨ “Packed with helpful information and resources” ✨ “Great training with practical ideas I could implement straight away” supportservicesforeducation.co.uk/TechEYFSApr26

Along with other Support Services for Education packages, eLIM's Computing and Online Safety 2026-27 offer is now available. For schools across England - not just Somerset. Find out more: www.somersetelim.org/training-and... Feel free to contact me here or email: [email protected]

The DfE consultation on draft KCSIE 2026 is now open. This is an opportunity for schools, trusts, DSLs, governors and safeguarding professionals to help shape the next version of this core statutory guidance. 🔗 consult.education.gov.uk/independent-... #KCSIE #Safeguarding #Education #OnlineSafety

It’s #SaferInternetDay! Research from @uksic.bsky.social, released today, shows 97% of 8–17‑year‑olds are using AI. With AI so deeply embedded in young people’s lives, schools must be equipped to support safe use. Safe Use of Artificial Intelligence in Schools CPD: £25 🔗 bit.ly/eLIMSafeScho...

DfE now expects all schools to be mobile‑phone‑free by default, with pupil phone use banned throughout the day. Full guidance: www.gov.uk/government/p... Ofsted will check how clearly each school’s policy is communicated & consistently applied. Blog: educationinspection.blog.gov.uk/2026/01/23/w...

Primary Computing Leads! Learn how to assess Computing effectively in your school. 📅 28 Jan 2026 | 🕐 1:30–3:00 PM | 💻 Online | £25 👉 Book now: supportservicesforeducation.co.uk/PriCompAsses... #PrimaryComputing #EdTech #Assessment

💻 Live Online Training: Technology in EYFS 📅 21 Jan 2026 | 1:30–3:00pm ✔ Integrate tech safely into EYFS ✔ Prep pupils for KS1 Computing ✔ Free resources 💷 £25 | Book now 👉 supportservicesforeducation.co.uk/TechEYFSJan26 #EYFS #EdTech #TeacherCPD

📅 Safer Internet Day 2026: Tue 10 Feb Theme: Smart tech, safe choices – Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI ✅ Free resources, ✅ CPD, ✅ pupil voice tools. eLIM can help your school plan impactful activities. 👉 somersetelim.org/home #SID2026 #OnlineSafety

Wishing, everybody a safe and happy Christmas x With most schools starting their school holiday tomorrow, it's a great time to share tips with families about staying safe with technology 👇 www.ofcom.org.uk/online-safet...

Hundreds of primary schools already trust ActiveBYTES for online safety in RSHE🛡️💻 ✔ 2 lessons + 1 assembly per term ✔ EYFS guidance ✔ Parent partnership ideas 🎥 Watch the intro video: youtu.be/IJ9m3Q3-XDM #OnlineSafety #RSHE #EdTech #DigitalCitizenship

A strong #DigitalLiteracy message for parents from @dpcireland.bsky.social 👇 youtu.be/4QL1FmBaof8?...

📢 FREE Autumn 2025 Computing & Online Safety Newsletter ✅ AI in education ✅ Online Safety workshops for staff and parents ✅ Computing CPD for Spring/Summer 2026 ✅ RSHE Online Safety expectations ✅ Safer Internet Day 2026 Request your copy: [email protected]

At our Autumn update for Computing & Online Safety leads today, we were honoured to hear from Beverly Clarke MBE on her charity, Technology Books for Children, & AI across the curriculum: “AI promises personalised learning & boundless creativity”

Today’s national curriculum review puts media & digital literacy front and centre. In Somerset, we’ve been ahead of the curve for nearly 20 years — and our resources are ready to help schools across England meet the new expectations. #OnlineSafety #DigitalLiteracy

📘 Just added The Tech Career Coach for Teens to our family bookshelves! Written by @msbclarke.bsky.social and colleagues, it’s full of advice & inspiration for teens exploring tech careers. #TechCareerCoach #TeenInspiration #DigitalFutures #FutureTechLeaders

This is brilliant from the NSPCC. As I always say, it's never too early for #OnlineSafety conversations, and this is a great way to start with young children: www.nspcc.org.uk/advice-for-f...

📣 EYFS practitioners & Computing leads — join me for Technology in EYFS training! 💡 Discover how tech fits into EYFS, prep pupils for KS1, and access free resources. 🗓️ Choose a date: Nov 25, Jan 21, Apr 27 💻 £25 | 1:30–3:00pm 🔗 bit.ly/TechnologyIn... #EYFS #Computing

🤖 The theme for #SaferInternetDay 2026 is “Smart tech, safe choices – Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI” Join in on Tues 10th Feb to explore how young people can use AI safely and responsibly. 👉 saferinternet.org.uk/safer-intern... #SID2026 #OnlineSafety #AI #DigitalWellbeing

🤔 What will the future workplace be like? This video encourages children to discuss how technology—AI, robots, VR & more—could shape their lives. Perfect for sparking conversations with teachers, parents & carers! Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=BjIS... #FutureOfWork #EdTech #AI

🎉 Our ActiveBYTES Online Safety Scheme now fully aligns with the new RSHE curriculum! 📚 Age-appropriate lessons for digital wellbeing across Primary schools in England & beyond. 🔗 Learn more: www.somersetelim.org/activebytes-online-safety-scheme-of-work #OnlineSafety #RSHE #EdTech #PrimaryEducation

I recently joined The P Pod to talk all things #OnlineSafety, #DigitalLiteracy & #AI in education. We covered how schools can adapt to tech changes while keeping children safe online. Listen here: theppod.somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk/2138815/epis... #OnlineSafety #Safeguarding

'Everything in moderation.' Couldn't agree more with this article: www.theguardian.com/games/2025/j...

I LOVE this. Teaching kids to use tech safely is about balance—recognising both risks and rewards. 🎮 Video game therapy is becoming as powerful as Lego or drawing in child therapy. Fascinating read via @guardian: 🔗 www.theguardian.com/games/2025/j...

🔐 New RSHE guidance is out—sharpening the focus on online safety in schools: www.gov.uk/government/p... 📘 Builds on last week’s KCSIE update 📱 Tackles harmful online content 👩‍🏫 Staff training is key: www.somersetelim.org/training-and... #RSHE #OnlineSafety #KCSIE

🚨 KCSIE 2025 is out – and tech & Online Safety take centre stage. 🔹 Filtering & monitoring 🔹 AI in education 🔹 Misinformation & conspiracy risks 🔹 Staff training = essential 📚 Support your team with our low-cost Online Safety training: 👉 supportservicesforeducation.co.uk/Store/Contra...

☀️ Summer hols are nearly here! Keep kids who love tech engaged, while enjoying healthy screen breaks, with this fun unplugged activity pack. 📚 Read 🧩 Puzzle 🎨 Create 🎉 Free certificate included! Download at 👉 www.technologybooksforchildren.org @techbooks4kids.bsky.social

📱✨ Schools - help children enjoy a healthy balance this summer! Before the break, share this helpful guide from @internetmatters.bsky.social with parents, to support positive screen time habits: www.internetmatters.org/resources/cr... #DigitalWellbeing #ScreenTimeTips #SummerBreak #OnlineSafety

📢 Just published last week: Ofsted’s guidance on AI in inspections is a quick, insightful read, which takes a sensible, balanced, practical approach. Recommended reading for School Leaders, DSLs, Computing & Online Safety Leads. 👉 www.gov.uk/government/p... @ofstednews.bsky.social

That’s a wrap on my final NCCE course: Empowering Girls in Computing! 💻✨ An inspiring, interactive session full of passion for inclusive Computing—for all learners. Still delivering CPD with my eLIM hat on, but this feels like the end of an era. 👋

🎉 FREE 6-week summer planner with 100 screen-free activity ideas for families! 📥 Parents: Grab yours here 👉 www.unpluggedtots.com/summer-holid... 🏫 Primary schools: Share with families to help balance screentime! Thanks @unpluggedtots.bsky.social 🌞#screentime

Computing Leads, Foundation Stage Teachers and Early Years practitioners - join me for Technology in EYFS, remote training on November 25th 2025. Book your place: supportservicesforeducation.co.uk/TechEYFSNov25

Primary, Secondary and Special Schools: help shape the future of #EdTech by being a DfE test school for technology focusing on: - Reducing teacher workload. - Improving pupil outcomes. - Increasing levels of inclusion in learning of children with SEND. consult.education.gov.uk/digital-data...

Yes, we need them to start young and really understand what AI is (and isn’t) and how it works. They need to be critical thinkers and not just mindless consumers. It’s a massive part of online safety and digital literacy now.

Fantastic to hear this. I hope it will include Primary education too: www.gov.uk/government/n...

Fantastic opportunity for Computing leads who are also interested in nature and climate education: educationnaturepark.org.uk/take-part-ou... #EducationNaturePark @nhm-london.bsky.social

The latest Children’s Wellbeing in a Digital World report from @internetmatters.bsky.social reveals a growing divide—online benefits & risks are rising together, leaving families navigating complex challenges: www.internetmatters.org/hub/research... #DigitalWellbeing #OnlineSafety

The latest trends in children's use of technology: #OnlineSafety #DigitalLiteracy #MediaLiteracy youtu.be/ZvNvBEYNnBA

Well that was fun! Great to appear on BBC Somerset this morning discussing #OnlineSafety with @simonparkintv.bsky.social. An hour flew by! Listen again here: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...