Click or Quit? – Online Safety & Online Risk Interactive Assembly

Age Range: KS2 (suitable for upper KS1 with support)
Format: PowerPoint
Length: Flexible – approx. 20–35 minutes depending on discussion
Includes: Embedded interactive videos

This engaging and thought-provoking interactive online safety assembly helps pupils explore how they communicate online, understand the benefits and risks of digital communication, and learn how to make safer, more informed choices when using technology.

Through discussion-led slides, embedded interactive videos, real-life examples and age-appropriate scenarios, pupils are encouraged to think critically about online behaviour, age restrictions, peer pressure, and how to seek help when something doesn’t feel right.

The flexible structure allows teachers to adapt the length of the assembly depending on time available and pupil engagement.

• A fully prepared PowerPoint assembly ready to deliver
• Embedded interactive videos to support understanding and discussion
• Clear explanations of how online communication has changed over time
• Guided discussion prompts exploring:
• Benefits of communicating online
• Possible risks and disadvantages 
• Age restrictions on apps and platforms
• Scenarios exploring peer pressure, online challenges and decision-making
• Strong safeguarding messages encouraging pupils to speak to a trusted adult
• A supportive closing section allowing time for reflection back in class

Pupils will:

• Understand both the positive and negative aspects of online communication
• Recognise potential online risks, including pressure and unsafe challenges
• Learn why age restrictions exist on apps and platforms
• Develop strategies for making safe, responsible online choices
• Know when and how to seek support from a trusted adult

✔ Embedded videos enhance engagement and understanding
✔ Flexible timing – ideal for assemblies with or without extended discussion
✔ Clear, age-appropriate safeguarding messages
✔ Minimal preparation required
✔ Encourages pupil voice, reflection and critical thinking
✔ Supports whole-school online safety priorities

• PSHE / RSHE
• Online Safety & Digital Literacy
• Safeguarding
• SMSC Development
• British Values – Individual Liberty & Responsibility

• Online Safety focus days
• Safeguarding assemblies
• PSHE weeks
• Computing & digital citizenship themes
• Supporting a safe and responsible online culture