Last Updated on 21st November 2024

Safer Schools NI Launches Web App

Online Safety, Anytime, Anywhere

Empowering Your School Community

In today’s digital age, online safety isn’t just a concern, it’s a necessity. Children and young people are constantly connected, blurring the lines between the classroom and the online world. This presents unprecedented challenges for schools striving to create a safer and more supportive learning environment. That’s why Safer Schools NI, in partnership with the Department of Education, is thrilled to announce the launch of the Safer Schools NI Web App, a game-changer in online safety and safeguarding education.

See The Safer Schools NI Web App in Action

Want to see how the Safer Schools Web App can transform your school’s approach to online safety? Join us for a live demo and Q&A webinar! Our expert team will showcase the features, answer your questions, and demonstrate how it can empower your school community.

A Wealth of Resources at Your Fingertips

The Safer Schools NI Web App provides a comprehensive suite of tools designed to elevate your school’s online safety strategy:

CPD-Accredited Courses

Upskill your staff with our engaging and informative courses, now optimised for larger screens. Deliver impactful training sessions in staff meetings or classrooms using a projector or smartboard.

Interactive Storybooks

Captivate students with interactive stories that bring online safety concepts to life. Whether on a tablet in the classroom or a desktop at home, these engaging resources make learning about online safety fun and memorable.

Up-to-date Online Safety Advice

Stay informed with the latest online safety news, safeguarding alerts, and critical updates. Access timely information and expert guidance whenever you need it, ensuring your school remains at the forefront of online safety best practices.

CPD-Accredited Courses

Upskill your staff with our engaging and informative courses, now optimised for larger screens. Deliver impactful training sessions in staff meetings or classrooms using a projector or smartboard.

Interactive Storybooks

Captivate students with interactive stories that bring online safety concepts to life. Whether on a tablet in the classroom or a desktop at home, these engaging resources make learning about online safety fun and memorable.

Up-to-date Online Safety Advice

Stay informed with the latest online safety news, safeguarding alerts, and critical updates. Access timely information and expert guidance whenever you need it, ensuring your school remains at the forefront of online safety best practices.

Seamless Integration, Enhanced Experience

The Web App syncs with your existing mobile App (available on the Google Play and Apple App Store), offering a unified and consistent user journey across all devices. This means:

Unified Access

Access the same great content and features whether you’re on your phone, tablet, or computer.

Synchronised Experience

Your data and progress sync across devices, allowing you to pick up where you left off, no matter how you choose to access the App.

Greater Flexibility

Choose the platform that best suits your needs at any given moment, whether delivering a staff training session on a large screen or browsing resources on your mobile device.

Unified Access

Access the same great content and features whether you’re on your phone, tablet, or computer.

Synchronised Experience

Your data and progress sync across devices, allowing you to pick up where you left off, no matter how you access the App.

Greater Flexibility

Choose the platform that best suits your needs at any given moment, whether delivering a staff training session on a large screen or browsing resources on your mobile device.

Unlocking New Possibilities: Benefits of the Web App

The Safer Schools Web App expands the reach of our online safety resources, offering new possibilities and greater adaptability for your school community:

Enhanced Learning and Engagement

Now you can access all our professional development courses, resources and lesson plans on your work device.

Essential Resources That Are Always Accessible

Provide instant access to critical policies, procedures, and safeguarding resources. With the Web App, staff can quickly locate the information they need, whether they’re at their desk, in a meeting, or working remotely. This ensures that everyone has the knowledge and tools to respond effectively to online safety concerns.

Smooth Transition Between Devices

Move effortlessly between your mobile device and your computer. Start browsing resources on your phone during your commute and easily continue your learning on your laptop when you arrive at school. This ensures that online safety information is always at your fingertips, no matter where you are or what device you’re using.

Enhanced Learning and Engagement

Now you can access all our professional development courses, resources and lesson plans on your work device.

Essential Resources That Are Always Accessible

Provide instant access to critical policies, procedures, and safeguarding resources. With the Web App, staff can quickly locate the information they need, whether they’re at their desk, in a meeting, or working remotely. This ensures that everyone has the knowledge and tools to respond effectively to online safety concerns.

Smooth Transition Between Devices

Move effortlessly between your mobile device and your computer. Start browsing resources on your phone during your commute and easily continue your learning on your laptop when you arrive at school. This ensures that online safety information is always at your fingertips, no matter where you are or what device you’re using.

The Safer Schools NI Web App Features Include:

Professional Development Courses

Including ‘Teacher-Targeted Bullying’, ‘Mental Health Awareness’, ‘Cyber Security Basics’, ‘Digital Image Sharing’, ‘Safeguarding Level 1’, and much more.

Online Safety Guidance and Latest News

From social media and gaming, to safeguarding updates and alerts.

Push Notifications

Messaging and the latest news provide contextual safeguarding information to your own dedicated channel.

Digital Directories

For school staff, resources, policies, and safeguarding help.

Coming Soon to Web and Native Safer School NI Apps

Digital Noticeboards 2.0

Maximise communication and engagement with our significantly improved digital noticeboards. This isn’t just about bringing the functionality to the Web App, it’s a complete upgrade that provides a better experience for the entire school community.

Here’s what you can expect:

  • Improved User Experience 👍 Enjoy a more intuitive and user-friendly interface, making it easier to create, navigate, and interact with noticeboards.
  • New Administrator Tools 🛠️ Streamline your workflow with new administrator features, including the ability to add administrators for specific boards, manage permissions with greater control, and track engagement more effectively.
  • Simple Cross-Platform Functionality 💻📱 Create and manage noticeboards from both the Web and Mobile Apps, ensuring consistent communication and accessibility across all devices.

This upgrade, coming soon to both platforms, empowers you to:

  • Create targeted announcements 🎯 Reach specific groups within your school community with tailored messages and relevant information.
  • Share essential resources 📎 Easily upload and share multiple files, including documents, images, and videos to keep everyone informed and engaged.

Don’t Miss Out, Register Today!

This powerful new tool, funded by the Department of Education, is free to all registered NI schools.

Existing NI Safer Schools

We encourage you to provide access to your staff, parents and carers shortly after the launch through our website and your school management portal.

Are you new to Safer Schools NI?

Visit saferschoolsni.co.uk to learn more about how our innovative technology, contemporary resources, and practical advice can transform your school’s approach to online safety.

Safer Schools NI: Your Partner in Online Safety 🛡️

Safer Schools NI is a partnership funded by the Department of Education and leading safeguarding and online safety experts, INEQE Safeguarding Group. We provide schools with the knowledge, resources, and support they need to navigate the complexities of online safety and create a secure learning environment for all.

Are you looking for further resources to launch the Safer Schools NI App? We’ve got you covered, with everything from explainer videos to template emails and letters.