Cyber safety

Lesson Title: Cyber Safety – Staying Safe Online (PSHE / Online Safety / Safeguarding)
This eye-opening KS3/KS4 PSHE lesson explores the real-life risks of being online, from cyberbullying and grooming to fraud, sexting, and radicalisation. Through scenarios, discussion, and safety checklists, students build awareness of risky behaviours and learn practical strategies for protecting themselves and others online.

Lesson Aims:

Identify a range of online dangers including cyberbullying, sexting, fraud, and online grooming

Understand how to protect personal information and recognise unsafe behaviours

Learn how to spot and report child exploitation, radicalisation, and hate speech

Explore how predators use platforms like gaming, social media, and messaging apps

Understand the role and reporting function of CEOP (Child Exploitation and Online Protection)

Develop strategies for staying safe online and supporting peers who may be at risk

Reflect on the emotional and psychological effects of online harm

Perfect for PSHE, RSE, or Computing lessons. Includes interactive activities, real-life case studies, vocabulary building, and a strong safeguarding message.