Digital Citizenship Assembly for KS3–KS4

Safe Online Behaviour • Privacy • Respect • Ethical Choices

Equip your pupils with the essential skills they need to navigate the online world confidently and responsibly. This ready-to-use assembly explores the core principles of digital citizenship through clear explanations, real-world examples, and practical strategies pupils can apply immediately.

What’s Included -
This high-quality, visually engaging PowerPoint covers:

Understanding Digital Citizenship

• What responsible online behaviour looks like
• How digital footprints shape reputation
  “Responsible and appropriate use of technology that reflects ethical behavior, digital literacy, and awareness of one’s actions online.”

Staying Safe Online

• Cyberbullying, phishing, inappropriate content, and online predators
• Practical steps to protect personal information
  “Use strong passwords, enable 2FA, and unique credentials.”

Respect & Etiquette in Digital Spaces

• Communicating politely
• Avoiding conflict and managing misunderstandings
  “Be mindful of how your words may be perceived, especially since tone can be hard to interpret online.”

Making Ethical Choices Online

• Copyright, plagiarism, and evaluating online information
• Encouraging critical thinking and responsible content use

Practical Tips for Pupils

• Strong passwords
• Privacy settings
• Screen time balance
• Where to find trusted support (NSPCC, Childline, UK Safer Internet Centre)

Perfect For

• KS3 & KS4 assemblies
• PSHE lessons
• Tutor time
• Online safety weeks
• Safeguarding and digital literacy programmes

Why Teachers Love This Resource

• Fully editable PowerPoint
• Clear, student-friendly explanations
• Real statistics to boost impact (e.g., “90% of employers conduct online background checks”)
• Encourages safe, respectful, and ethical online behaviour
• Supports safeguarding and whole-school digital citizenship initiatives

Help Your Pupils Become Responsible Digital Citizens
This assembly empowers young people to stay safe, act responsibly, and make positive choices online. Ideal for any school looking to strengthen its digital safety curriculum.