behaviour or content that is offensive, harmful or unsuitable for certain audiences

to change or twist something away from its normal or true form

a form of bribery online which involves the threat of sharing intimate images or videos, in order to gain money or force a person to do something

Harmful content online

RSHE (PSHE)

The joys of the online world

Recognising when to report harmful online content

How to report concerns

What happens after reporting a concern

Being responsible for a safer online community

This unit helps pupils navigate online safety by recognising harmful content, understanding when and how to report concerns, and accessing appropriate support. Pupils explore both the benefits and risks of online activity whilst learning their role in creating safer digital communities.

Our online lives: How do I report and find support for things I see online?

Discriminatory behaviour or images, whether on the grounds of race, gender, disability, religion or belief or sexual orientation, or otherwise.

Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour

Grooming, exploitation, coercion, harassment, rape.

Depiction or discussion of sexual violence

Depiction or discussion of distress or humiliation e.g. bullying.

Depiction or discussion of peer pressure or bullying

Depiction or discussion of violence or fighting, including threats of violence or the aftermath of violence.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Depiction or discussion of sexual or domestic abuse or violence, including  threats of or the aftermath of.

Depiction or discussion of sex or sexual body parts, including sex education.

Depiction or discussion of sexual content

References to gangs, knife crime, Child criminal exploitation, county lines.

Honour based violence, terrorism, extremism and radicalisation.

content that is offensive, harmful or unsuitable for some audiences

to change or present something in a misleading way

bribery online which involves the threat of sharing intimate content

Match the following words to the correct definitions:

Which of the following might be considered inappropriate online content?

Anyone under the age of 18 can buy weapons, like knives, online.

It is illegal for anyone under 18 to buy weapons, like knives, online.

Adults over 18 can buy knives online with proof of age.

There are no consequences for buying weapons online underage.

Which of the following statements are true?

The internet may contain fake content, such as:

Which of the following might be signs of a scam?

Sextortion often occurs over social media or other messaging services.

the chance to try something new that could lead to good things

a global network that connects millions of digital devices

The internet can help us {{}}, develop and grow in many different ways.

everyone likes doing the same things online

we all enjoy doing different things online

Ali enjoys reading sports blogs, while Ruby prefers coding games. What does this show?

Which of these examples shows how the internet can offer positive opportunities?

Taylor and her dad join a reading group online. What is this an example of?

In this scenario, Megan has used the internet to do what? "I’m part of an online network run by Young Carers. This has helped me connect with others in a similar situation as me."

Harmful content online

Lesson outcome

Content guidance