Matt Mustafic. Parent. Teacher. Expert advisor and specialist in Digital Literacy and Online Safety with over 20 years experience in teaching and education.
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Today's big news is the plan to ban under-16s from social media:
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ceqd…
I joined BBC Somerset this morning to discuss what this means for young people, schools & families.
A key moment for online safety—education matters more than ever.
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It’s #AIAwarenessDay! 🤖
A great time to reflect on how we use AI safely in education.
Build confidence with our training for primary, schools, and EYFS:
somersetelim.org/training-an…
and use ActiveBYTES to embed AI safety across your Online Safety curriculum.
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Where does technology fit in the EYFS?
We’ve launched Digital First Steps to help Early Years settings feel confident about:
✅ Technology
✅ Online Safety
✅ Age-appropriate practice
Not about screens—about strong foundations.
👉 somersetelim.org/eLIMDigital…
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This month, the DfE published a new Cyber Security Hub for schools.
cyber-security-hub.education…
It highlights the increased risk of cyber attacks in education and brings together guidance on prevention, response planning, and incident management.
#CyberSecurity #Safeguarding #EdTech
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Following a confirmed UK incident where pupil photos from a school website were misused using AI, the UK Safer Internet Centre has issued new guidance:
✅ Avoid face‑on images
✅ Don’t link names to photos
✅ Remove metadata
✅ Use low‑res images
Guidance: saferinternet.org.uk/guide-a…
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SWGfL Online Safety Policy Templates and the 360 Degree Safe tool have been refreshed — clearer, more practical, and better aligned with national guidance, including a new cyber security focus.
Find out more 👇
swgfl.org.uk/magazine/update…
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Really enjoyed being on @bbcsomerset with @SimonParkinTV today 📻to chat about mobile phones in schools, social media bans for under‑16s, and the online safety work I do with schools and professionals.
#OnlineSafety #Education #Safeguarding
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New report on screen use for under‑5s published today. Under‑2s should only use screens for shared activities; ages 2–5 around 1 hour a day in short chunks, away from meals and bedtime. Interact during screen use. Full report: gov.uk/government/publicatio… #EarlyYears #OnlineSafety
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Our Technology in EYFS training is back!
🗓️ 27 April, 1:30–3pm
Previous participants said it was:
✨ “A really useful workshop”
✨ “Packed with helpful information and resources”
✨ “Great training with practical ideas I could implement straight away”
supportservicesforeducation.…
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Along with other Support Services for Education packages, eLIM's Computing and Online Safety 2026-27 offer is now available. For schools across England - not just Somerset.
Find out more: somersetelim.org/training-an… Feel free to contact me here or email: elimadmin@somerset.gov.uk
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🛒 2026-27 PACKAGES NOW AVAILABLE! 🎉
We are pleased to announce that the majority of our packages for 26/27 are now live and are available to purchase. Click the link to head straight to the store: supportservicesforeducation.…
All you need to know: supportservicesforeducation.…
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The DfE consultation on draft KCSIE 2026 is now open.
This is an opportunity for schools, trusts, DSLs, governors and safeguarding professionals to help shape the next version of this core statutory guidance.
🔗 consult.education.gov.uk/ind…
#KCSIE #Safeguarding #OnlineSafety
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It’s #SaferInternetDay! New UKSIC research shows 97% of young people now use AI. As AI becomes part of daily digital life, schools need to understand both the opportunities and the risks. CPD: Safe Use of Artificial Intelligence in Schools 💷 £25 → 🔗 bit.ly/eLIMSafeSchoolAI
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DigitalPrimaryTeacher retweeted
Feb 10
Today is Safer Internet Day!
To find out more about getting involved, as well as access all of the free resources, top tips, quizzes and more, visit:
saferinternet.org.uk/blog/al…
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DfE now expects all schools to be mobile‑phone‑free by default, with pupil phone use banned throughout the day. Full guidance: gov.uk/government/publicatio…
Ofsted will check how clearly each school’s policy is communicated & consistently applied. Blog: educationinspection.blog.gov…
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Primary Computing Leads! Learn how to assess Computing effectively in your school.
📅 28 Jan 2026 | 🕐 1:30–3:00 PM | 💻 Online | £25
👉 Book now: supportservicesforeducation.…
#PrimaryComputing #EdTech #Assessment
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💻 Live Online Training: Technology in EYFS
📅 21 Jan 2026 | 1:30–3:00pm
✔ Integrate tech safely into EYFS
✔ Prep pupils for KS1 Computing
✔ Free resources
💷 £25 | Book now 👉 supportservicesforeducation.…
#EYFS #EdTech #TeacherCPD
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National Technology Day - the perfect day to plan your Computing and Online Safety CPD for this year! 👇
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Today is National Technology Day! 🎉 Check out our upcoming eLIM training: Computing Leadership (£60), EYFS Tech (£25), Computing Assessment (£25), AI for Teachers (£25), plus Online Safety Training. Details & booking: supportservicesforeducation.…
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