Safer Schools NI App – Support for Parents, Pupils and Staff
The Safer Schools NI App is a free, trusted resource designed to help keep children and young people safe online.
It provides up-to-date guidance on:
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social media platforms
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online gaming
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privacy and digital footprints
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cyberbullying
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mental health and wellbeing
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online risks and reporting concerns
The app is suitable for parents/carers, pupils, and school staff.
How to Download the Safer Schools NI App
Step 1: Download The App
The Safer Schools NI App is available on all major devices.
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Apple Devices (iPhone / iPad):
Download from the App Store – search “Safer Schools NI” -
Android Devices:
Download from the Google Play Store – search “Safer Schools NI”
Step 2: Select Northern Ireland
When you open the app for the first time:
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Choose Northern Ireland as your region
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Select Education Authority (EA) when prompted
This ensures you receive the correct local guidance and support.
Step 3: Choose Your Role
You can tailor the content by selecting your role:
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Parent / Carer
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Child or Young Person
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School Staff
The app will then personalise advice, alerts, and resources to suit your needs.
Why We Recommend The Safer Schools NI App:
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✔ Free and easy to use
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✔ Trusted, safeguarding-approved information
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✔ Regularly updated to reflect new apps, trends, and risks
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✔ Supports positive conversations about online safety at home and in school
The app complements our school’s safeguarding and wellbeing provision and supports families in navigating the digital world safely.
Need Help?
If you need support using the app or have concerns about online safety:
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Speak to a member of the school safeguarding team
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Visit the Online Safety Hub (Safeguarding NI)
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Or use the support services listed on this page