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Cyber First North East retweeted
Congratulations to all the Cyber Explorers Cup Winners 2026!
The competition saw around 2,500 young people aged 11β14 take on cyber security challenges as part of this UK Government programme.
The winning schools will receive tech vouchers to support learning in tech π
ALT Winners of the Cyber Explorers Cup
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Cyber First North East retweeted
5 future cyber stars unlocked!πHuge congratulations to our 5 new National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) CyberFirst Student Leaders. They celebrated in style at the Principalβs Breakfast this morning. Passion, talent & a sprinkle of digital brilliance!π» We are so proud. ππ
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Cyber First North East retweeted
Could AI help level the playing field in education?
We're inviting a leading group of edtech & AI companies to help build safe AI tutoring tools in collaboration with teachers, helping ensure disadvantaged pupils get access to the support they need most.
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Cyber First North East retweeted
Four of our Y8 girls had the privilege of enjoying a day at the @CyberFirstNE regional girls competition 2026. The girls had an amazing time and came 4th overall in the whole of the North East. Incredibly proud of how they represented Wellfield. @sageuk @VirginMoney #CyberGirls x.com/WellfieldMiddle/statusβ¦
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π’ Schools, secure your place at #STEMFest North East this October! π
Head to the STEMHub website to register π stem-hub.co.uk/stemfest/nortβ¦
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#STEMFest π From the North East to Leeds in 2026 and Hull in 2027 - we're bring hands-on #STEM experiences across the region! π
For full event information by region, visit our STEMFest page here π stem-hub.co.uk/stemfest/
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π Yorkshire schools and companies, have you secured your spot at #STEMFest this July in Leeds?
π SCHOOLS REGISTRATION
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π EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION
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π Discover more about STEMFest by visiting our website: stem-hub.co.uk/stemfest/
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#DidYouKnow
The secretive work at Bletchley Park during World War II helped save countless lives and changed history.
Out of the many thousands of people working there, about 75% of them were women and we're indebted to what they achieved.
ALT Informational graphic overlaying an image of Bletchley Park. Text reads: 'DID YOU KNOW? Of the nearly 10,000 people working at Bletchley Park during World War 2, about 75% of them were women.' Includes GCHQ logo.
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π£ UK students 11β14! Join the Cyber Explorers Cup 2026 π‘οΈSolve cyber challenges, save Cyber City & win tech vouchers for your school! π
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16β20 Mar | π 1 hr online | Open to schools & home learners
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#CyberExplorers #STEM #CyberSecurity
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Great to have Sarah as our Schools Engagement Lead in the North East, working on the ground with all our CyberFirst schools π
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Missed a CyberFirst Spotlight Talk? π
Catch up anytime! All sessions are now available on-demand via the NCSC CyberFirst Resources page.
π ncsc.gov.uk/cyberfirst/resouβ¦
#CyberFirst #CyberSecurity #NCSC
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Upcoming Key Date: Action Plan Reviews
Itβs time for Action Plan Meeting Reviews. Letβs ensure we are on track for a successful year of cyber skills growth across the region!
#CyberSecurity #Education #SchoolPlanning #NorthEast
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Is your school recognised?
Our EOI is open all year round! We are calling on North East Computer Science departments to apply for CyberFirst School Status.
Whether you are just starting your cyber journey or hold Gold standard excellence, accreditation unlocks resources, industry connections, and NCSC support.
Show parents and students your commitment to future skills.
π Apply here: forms.microsoft.com/e/k5P9Liβ¦
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Welcome back! π
We are kicking off 2026 with the CyberFirst New Schools Assessment Panel later this month.
Good luck to all the North East schools who submitted their applications before Christmas. Letβs grow the community! π
#CyberFirst #EdTech #NorthEast
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π Congrats to the Top 10 North East teams in this yearβs #CyberFirstGirlsCompetition!
Amazing teamwork, problem-solving & cyber skills on display π The future of cyber is in safe hands πβ¨
#GirlsInCyber #STEM #NorthEast #CyberFirst
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Cyber First North East retweeted
18 Dec 2025
π¨ Booking is NOW LIVE for the CyberFirst Yorkshire & Humber Conference 2026! π¨
ποΈ 5th February 2026
π Nexus, University of Leeds
Secure your spot to join us for a day of cyber insights and networking! Don't miss out!
Booking Link - ow.ly/mQ0X50XGIN9
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19 Dec 2025
Thatβs a wrap for the Autumn term! βοΈ
We want to wish all our partner schools in the #NorthEast a restful break. We are already looking forward to January, starting with the New Schools Assessment Panel.
See you in 2026! π
#CyberFirst #Education
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10 Dec 2025
πThe @GCHQ Christmas Challenge is here!
Itβs the perfect end-of-term activity for budding code-breakers in the #NorthEast. Can your students crack the code before the holidays? π§©
Get involved π
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#GCHQChristmasChallenge #CyberFirst #STEM
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9 Dec 2025
1 DAY TO GO!π©βπ»
Entries for the 2026 CyberFirst Girls Competition close at 12pm tomorrow! π
Right now, Year 8 girls from schools across the North East are battling it out in logic, networking, and crypto challenges.
Why does this matter? The UK faces a cyber skills gap. By sparking curiosity now, we are building a diverse talent pipeline to protect our digital future.
To our North East schools: Good luck! Bring that trophy homeπ
ncsc.gov.uk/cyberfirst/girlsβ¦
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We're on day 3οΈβ£ of our Festive Puzzle journey. And here is our third puzzle to get stuck into.
Head to @BBCBreakfast from 6am each day for your solutions!
And don't forget... the #GCHQChristmasChallenge is on the way on 10/12! π
ALT Promotional image for the GCHQ Christmas Challenge, featuring a hashtag #GCHQPuzzle with various emojis, including a comet, two hearts, a dancing figure, a running shoe, and a fox. Below, the text invites viewers to tune into BBC Breakfast and notes there are 7 sleeps until the event.
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