For the ICO’s Age Appropriate Design to work, we need better Age Verification
In this digital age, where parents use screens to pacify, distract and engage their toddlers, it’s no surprise that children and young people pester parents for earlier access to devices of their own. They are going online ‘solo’,
Watch Jim Gamble’s TEDx Talk and Download Our Free Training Resource
Watch Jim's TEDx Talk on 'Online Safety - it is not about the internet' Download and use our free Safeguarding Resource to capitalise on the learning opportunity We’ve
There’s a new way to play – Meet Google Stadia
What is Google Stadia? It’s a cloud gaming service where users can play and stream video games to YouTube. How does it work? Stadia requires an internet connection, but no console. The platform can be
Think Twice Before You Take Advice
The demand for Safeguarding Information Recent findings from Ofcom tell us that 83% of adults have concerns about harms to children on the internet (Ofcom, 2019). So, it is no surprise that there’s now unprecedented demand for safeguarding information,
Download our FREE Christmas Resource Pack
Are your class winding down in the lead up to Christmas? Need something festive to keep them engaged? We have developed 'The Christmas Resource Pack' - It will have your class fixated while also having some festive fun. The pack
Ineqe Safeguarding Group Wins National Safeguarding Award
The Safer Schools App developed by Ineqe Safeguarding Group in partnership with Zurich Municipal has been named the 5 Star Winner in the Safeguarding Category in the National Teach Secondary Awards. The App has seen rapid uptake since roll out began, the
Safeguarding ALERT: UNICO LIVE App
UNICO LIVE is the latest app to come onto our radar, which poses significant risks to children and young people. We’ve put together the features, risks and what you can do to protect children and young people in your
How to Respond to Sexting in Schools – Dawn Hewitson
With over 30 years’ experience in education, Dawn Hewitson is a Senior Lecturer and Designated Safeguarding Lead for Computer Science and Secondary Education at Edge Hill University. She sat down with us to discuss sexting policy in
3 Things You Need to Know About ‘Gaming Disorder’
There is nothing wrong with gaming in moderation, but if you are concerned that a young person in your care has problematic behaviours toward gaming, it’s best to seek support. So far there have been several treatment options identified
Talking to Young People About Suicide
If a young person in your care has an active suicide plan you should present with them to your nearest A&E for immediate support. According to Time to Change around 20% of people will experience suicidal feelings in their