Welcome to our Cyber Resilience and Internet Safety resource hub. Staying safe online and learning to develop a healthy relationship with technology is more crucial than ever. Here you’ll find links to national and international resources for learning and teaching around internet safety, cyber resilience, digital citizenship and digital wellbeing. Click on one of the options below to jump to the relevant part of the page.
Take a look at resources which build skills and understanding in how to be an active and respectful member of society online.
Discover resources to help develop and maintain a healthy relationship with technology – emotionally, mentally and socially.
Internet Safety
Internet safety is about helping students protect themselves from online risks like cyberbullying, privacy breaches, and harmful content. It’s vital because it ensures a secure and positive digital environment, helping students focus on learning and growing safely in the digital world.
DigiLearnScot CRIS Teacher Toolkit
A toolkit for teachers to locate information, resources and professional learning to support you in planning meaningful CRIS (Cyber Resilience and Internet Safety) learning.
A program which aims to help empower younger children be safe and confident explorers of the online world. The site includes online games, resources for teachers and guides for parents/carers. You can find out more about this on our resources page.
ThinkUKnow resources are aimed at different age groups and includes materials for pupils, parents/carers and teachers. ThinkUKnow is the education programme from NCA-CEOP, a UK organisation which protects children both online and offline. Explore the age specific Thinkuknow websites for advice about staying safe online, get help and report harmful online content or activity.
BBC Own It: Online Safety Resources
A fabulous online wellbeing platform for children. This link specifically takes you to their online safety teaching resources aimed at pupils aged 7-11. Each section has been mapped to learning objectives from the Education for a Connected World framework set out by the UK Council for Internet Safety and features a downloadable teacher resource document with discussion points and activity ideas.
NetSmartz is NCMEC’s online safety education program. It provides age-appropriate videos and activities to help teach children be safer online with the goal of helping children to become more aware of potential online risks and empowering them to help prevent victimisation by making safer choices. This link takes you directly to the downloadable resources for parents, educators and communities.
Teach pupils the importance of digital citizenship and online safety with the help of the HTML Heroes! From the Irish Internet Safety Awareness Centre – the resources explore many themes such as being safe online, finding reliable information, privacy, chatting, playing and learning online. The programme is supported by fun activities, animations, short illustrated stories and more. The digital storybooks for middle primary learners are a particular highlight!
UK Safer Internet CentreThe UK Safer Internet Centre provides educational packs with lesson plans and activities to help teach children and young people about online safety. The same organisation runs the annual Safer Internet Day initiative.
Cyber Bullying Research Centre
The Cyberbullying Research Center provides research-based resources, lesson plans, and activities to address cyberbullying, promoting safe and responsible online behavior among students.
The National CollegeThe National College provides professional development resources for educators, including online courses and guides focused on internet safety, helping schools stay updated on the latest trends and best practices. Their award winning posters are great for sharing with families.
Cyber Resilience
Cyber resilience is about preparing students to handle and recover from cyber threats and disruptions. It’s crucial because it equips them with the skills to stay safe online, maintain digital learning, and bounce back from any cyber challenges they face.
A toolkit for teachers to locate information, resources and professional learning to support you in planning meaningful CRIS (Cyber Resilience and Internet Safety) learning.
Explore the ‘It’s Personal’ section of the Own It platform. Pupils can explore celebrity interviews, animations and skits around topics such as dealing with trolls and bullies, advice on negative comments and being kind online. Aimed at children aged 7-11.
Digital Citizenship
Digital citizenship is teaching students to use technology responsibly and ethically. It’s important because it helps them navigate the digital world with respect, safety, and a positive attitude, fostering a healthy online community.
Future Learn: What is Digital Citizenship?
This Future Learn guide for teachers provides a comprehensive guide on everything you need to know about digital citizenship, as well as how to teach your students the basics. Choc full of links to additional resources, research and reports this is a good starting point for some casual professional learning on Digital Citizenship.
Edutopia: Teaching Digital Citizenship
The Five-minute Film Festival – Teaching Digital Citizenship is a playlist of short films covering the importance of online safety, manners, privacy, and responsibility. From the George Lucas Foundation (yes, that George Lucas) you can expect quality, informative resources albeit with fewer Wookies and less blaster action than perhaps expected!
Edutopia: Digital Citizenship Resource Roundup
A collection of articles, videos, and other resources on internet safety, cyberbullying, digital responsibility, and media and digital literacy.
The Everything You Need to Teach Digital Citizenship page is bursting with highly detailed resources for all ages of learners covering various aspects of digital citizenship. These lessons cover a range of topics including digital identity, relationships and communication, digital drama and hate speech, news and media literacy, evaluating websites and much much more. Lesson plans include customisable resources, videos and lesson slides.
Teach pupils the importance of digital citizenship and online safety with the help of the HTML Heroes! From the Irish Internet Safety Awareness Centre – the resources explore many themes such as being safe online, finding reliable information, privacy, chatting, playing and learning online. The programme is supported by fun activities, animations, short illustrated stories and more. The digital storybooks for middle primary learners are a particular highlight!
Digital Wellbeing
Digital wellbeing focuses on maintaining a healthy balance between online and offline life. It’s essential because it helps students develop healthy tech habits, avoid digital fatigue, and ensure their online activities positively impact their mental and physical health.
The ‘Take Control’ section of the BBC’s Own It platform is all about looking after pupil wellbeing, exploring new skills and using those skills in the future. Covering topics such as keeping a positive mindset, being body kind and doing a digital detox pupils can explore the wide range of video, article and quiz content at their own pace or as part of a focused lesson.
That’s Not Cool is dedicated to decreasing teen dating violence linked to technology, and is increasing awareness for healthy teen relationships online. This award winning American based organisation has interactive games, information, advice and even digital and printable ‘callout cards’ to encourage teens to challenge harmful behaviours. For teachers there is a dedicated ‘Adult Allies’ section with support materials for engaging young people.
