For many schools, public social media once felt like the easiest way to celebrate student success. A photo from sports day, a quick post about an academic award, a short video from the school musical — all shared instantly with the wider community. But times have changed. With tighter regulations, stronger privacy expectations, and growing awareness around student data protection, schools are being asked to
Communicate Safely in School is changing — fast. What once relied heavily on public social media platforms is now facing growing restrictions, tighter regulation, and increased scrutiny around privacy, child safety, and data protection. For schools, this shift has introduced a new challenge: how to stay connected with parents and communities while operating within increasingly restricted digital environments. Parents still expect timely updates. Staff still
Schools today rely heavily on data protection and digital platforms. From enrolment forms and parent portals to learning management systems and payment gateways, vast amounts of sensitive information are handled online every single day. Student records, medical details, behavioural reports, family contact information and financial data now live inside websites and internal systems rather than locked filing cabinets. With this shift comes a serious
Every February, Safer Internet Day serves as a timely reminder that the digital world our schools operate in is constantly evolving. Classrooms are no longer confined to four walls. Learning platforms, cloud storage, online assessments, communication tools, and student portals have become part of everyday education. While this digital shift has unlocked enormous opportunity, it has also introduced new risks that schools can