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Internet Matters has published a briefing on the differences between girls’ and boys’ online experiences. The report draws on data from Internet Matters’ annual UK survey of 1,000 9-to-16-year-olds and their parents.

Childnet has published data from research into young people’s use of VPNs (virtual private networks) to access online content.

NSPCC Learning has launched a new online masterclass on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) safeguarding and welfare requirements.

The UK Safer Internet Centre has created new educational resources on the safe and responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) ahead of Safer Internet Day 2026.

NSPCC Learning has published a report exploring some of the challenges local authorities face to safeguard children educated at home. The findings are based on a review of UK literature, data from a Freedom of Information request, interviews with local authority home education teams, and insights from Childline and the NSPCC Helpline

The Department for Education's (DfE) latest version of the Early years foundation stage (EYFS) statutory framework for England has now come into force (effective from 1st September 2025).

Keeping children safe in education (KCSIE) 2025, the Department for Education’s (DfE) statutory safeguarding and child protection guidance for schools and colleges in England, has now come into force (effective from 1st September).

Ofcom’s online safety rules came into force on 25 July 2025, requiring technology firms to implement safety measures protecting children in the UK.

NSPCC Learning has published the latest blog in the Why language matters series. The blog explores the ‘baby blind spot’ and the importance of including babies in the language of safeguarding.

NSPCC Learning has published a CASPAR briefing summarising the Department for Education’s (DfE’s) updated Early years foundation stage (EYFS) statutory framework for England.