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Digital Primary Teacher

@digitalprimaryt.bsky.social
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Matt Mustafic. Parent. Teacher. Expert advisor and specialist in Digital Literacy and Online Safety with over 20 years experience in teaching and education.

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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Finding time for face-to-face CPD alongside teaching is hard. So the NCCE offers these free remote Computing courses, making it easy to learn from wherever you are. Join me for Year 1 Computing in October, or another session led by other fab presenters: bit.ly/NCCE-Remote
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Courses - Teach Computing
Providing resources, training and support for teaching Computing in primary and secondary schools and colleges from Key Stage 1 through to A Level
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
📢 Brand new FREE resource for all UK schools! Our Online Safety Staff Survey helps schools identify strengths, support professional development, and inform future training needs: www.somersetelim.org/online-safety-staff-survey #OnlineSafety #Safeguarding #EdTech #Schools
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
The online safety landscape is constantly changing. This new research reveals an important shift: some teens are now creating AI deepfakes rather than simply encountering them, reminding us how vital open conversations are: www.commonsensemedia.org/articles/tee... #OnlineSafety #AI #Safeguarding
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Teens told us they're not just seeing AI nudes — they're making them
Our new survey finds that sexual deepfakes often involve friends, exes, and classmates—and parents are barely talking about them. Advice from Common Sense Media editors.
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
This video from @thesurvivorstrust.bsky.social is a difficult watch, but a powerful conversation starter for teachers and parents. It highlights why adults need to be talking about the misuse of AI, online harm, and our role in safeguarding children: www.youtube.com/watch?v=b8WB... #OnlineSafety
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AI-generated abuse: Close to Home Campaign
YouTube video by The Survivors Trust
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Looking for positive screen time this summer?☀️ With the holidays nearly here, #ActivateWithJoeWicks is a great way for children to stay active during the holidays through short, fun workouts. Watch on BBC iPlayer: www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/epis... #PositiveScreenTime #DigitalWellbeing
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Activate with Joe Wicks
Joe Wicks and his Activators are on a mission to get you moving. Ready? 3, 2, 1, activate!
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
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
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What UK Children Are Really Doing Online in 2026 | Ofcom Report Summary
YouTube video by Digital Primary Teacher
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
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
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AI Child Sexual Abuse Imagery: Parent Safety Guide
Learn how AI is misused to change photos & videos into child sexual abuse. Get practical privacy steps from IWF and NCA to keep your children safe online.
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
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
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Toxic “looksmaxxing” social media trend is pushing boys towards extreme body obsession, misogyny, and self-harm, Centre for Young Lives report warns | Centre for Young Lives | Press Release
Published: A new report from the Centre for Young Lives thinktank published today (Thursday June 25th) warns that the fast-growing online trend known as “looksmaxxing” is driving some boys and young m...
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
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
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Digital First Steps – Technology in Early Years Settings
This training will empower practitioners to confidently integrate technology appropriately into their daily practice. The session will support staff to identify the good practice they already have in
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
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.
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When will social media ban start, and which platforms are affected?
The measures will see apps including TikTok and Snapchat blocked for UK teens early in 2027.
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
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.
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
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...
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
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.
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
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...
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Image guidance for education settings - UK Safer Internet Centre
Guidance for education settings and organisations working with children and young people
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
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...
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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.
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
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
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
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
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Screen use by children aged under 5
The findings and recommendations of the Early Years Screen Time Advisory Group on the effects of all types of screen use in the early years of childhood.
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
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
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
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: elimadmin@somerset.gov.uk
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eLIM Computing and Online Safety - Training and Support
eLIM Computing and Online Safety is a traded service within Somerset Council. Being traded means we support schools beyond, as well as within, Somerset, offering high-quality professional development ...
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
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
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Keeping children safe in education: 2026 proposed revisions - Department for Education - Citizen Space
Find and participate in consultations run by the Department for Education
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
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...
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
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...
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What the government's updated guidance on mobile phones means for school inspections
You may have seen that the Department for Education (DfE) is tightening its guidance on mobile phones in schools. Our Chief Inspector, Sir Martyn Oliver, has said many times that you already have his ...
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
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
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Computing Assessment in Primary Schools
This training will empower Computing Leads to confidently and effectively develop their school's approach to assessment in Computing.
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
💻 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
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
📅 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
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
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...
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New tech? No problem: Help to keep your kids safe online at Christmas
Giving the kids tech for Christmas? This explainer helps you navigate getting them online and keeping them safe from inappropriate content
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
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
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Introduction to ActiveBYTES
YouTube video by eLIM Edtech
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
A strong #DigitalLiteracy message for parents from @dpcireland.bsky.social 👇 youtu.be/4QL1FmBaof8?...
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Pause Before You Post
YouTube video by Data Protection Commission Ireland
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
📢 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: elimAdmin@somerset.gov.uk
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
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”
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
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
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
📘 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
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 11/10/2025
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...
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Techosaurus
Techosaurus is here to help you have those first conversations with your child about online safety.
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
📣 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
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
🤖 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
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Safer Internet Day 2026 - UK Safer Internet Centre
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
🤔 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
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The future workplace
YouTube video by Digital Primary Teacher
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
🎉 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
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eLIM Computing and Online Safety - ActiveBYTES Online Safety Scheme of Work
Existing eLIM customers please log in for full access to ActiveBYTES
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 05/09/2025
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
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 30/07/2025
'Everything in moderation.' Couldn't agree more with this article: www.theguardian.com/games/2025/j...
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Don’t feel guilty about letting your kids game during the summer break – celebrate it
After a long day of exploring, swimming or hanging with grandparents, games from Fortnite to Super Mario are a good way to wind down. Sometimes I play along, too
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
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...
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‘The way a child plays is the way they live’: how therapists are using video games to help vulnerable children
Minecraft and other creative games are becoming recognised as powerful means of self-expression and mental health support, including for traumatised Ukrainian refugees
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 16/07/2025
🔐 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
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eLIM Computing and Online Safety - Training and Support
​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The eLIM Educational Technology team offer high-quality professional development, supporting teachers to improve, and continually evaluate, pupil outcomes. Our experience and expe...
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 08/07/2025
🚨 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...
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Online Safety Training - Whole School Group including Governors (pre-recorded)
Are you responsible for Online Safety in your school? The eLIM experts can deliver your Online Safety training for you.“Keeping Children Safe in Education” expectations are that schools in England
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 07/07/2025
☀️ 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
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
📱✨ 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
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Balance screen time tips
Creating a digital diet | Internet Matters. Take a look at our simple screen time tips to help children develop healthy online habits.
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
📢 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
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How Ofsted looks at AI during inspection and regulation
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
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. 👋
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 13/06/2025
🎉 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
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Summer Holiday Activity Planner — Unplugged Tots
Need summer holiday activity inspiration? Over 80 activity ideas to help busy parents out over the school summer holidays.
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
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
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Digital Primary Teacher @digitalprimaryt.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
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...
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Expression of Interest: EdTech schools and colleges - Page 1 of 9 - Department for Education - Citizen...
Find and participate in consultations run by the Department for Education
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Sonya Coakley-Hanan @hanansonya.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
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.
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