Social Networking and Gaming Workshop

Connecting Safely Online

Social networking platforms and online games give children exciting opportunities to communicate, play and build friendships. However, it is important that pupils understand how to enjoy these spaces safely, responsibly and respectfully.

Our Social Networking and Gaming Workshop helps primary school pupils explore how online communication works, what information should remain private and how the choices they make online can affect both themselves and others.

Through age-appropriate discussions, examples and interactive activities, children learn practical ways to stay safe while still enjoying the positive benefits of gaming and social networking.

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What Pupils Will Learn

Social Media Awareness

Pupils will explore how social networking platforms allow people to connect, communicate and share content. They will also consider the benefits and potential risks of interacting with others online.

Online Communication

Children will learn that online messages can sometimes be misunderstood and why it is important to communicate clearly, kindly and respectfully.

Safe Sharing

Pupils will identify the types of personal information that should be kept private and learn to pause and think before posting, sending or sharing anything online.

Online Friendships

Children will discuss the difference between someone they know offline and someone they have only met online. They will learn why online friendships should be approached carefully and why trusted adults should always be involved when something feels uncertain.

Responsible Gaming

Pupils will explore positive gaming behaviours, including teamwork, fair play, respectful communication and managing disagreements appropriately.

Getting Help and Support

Children will learn what to do if something they see or experience online makes them feel worried, unsafe or uncomfortable. They will identify trusted adults they can speak to and understand the importance of reporting concerns.

By the End of the Workshop

Pupils will:

Understand how social networking and online gaming help people connect.
Recognise what personal information should remain private.
Think carefully before sharing content online.
Understand the importance of kindness and respect during online interactions.
Make safer choices when communicating with online friends.
Know what to do and who to tell when something online feels unsafe or uncomfortable.
Feel more confident enjoying social networking and gaming responsibly.

Social Networking and Gaming Workshop