Cookstown Primary School, Cookstown

Safer Internet Day is here!

10th Feb 2026

๐ŸŒโœจ Safer Internet Day is here!

We’re encouraging all parents and staff to make full use of the Safer Schools NI App to help keep our children safe online. ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ“ฑ

โ“ How can the Safer Schools NI App support you?

โœ”๏ธ Make your home and devices safer ๐Ÿก๐Ÿ”

Easy, stepโ€‘byโ€‘step guides are available in the Needโ€‘toโ€‘Know section — a great place to begin!

โœ”๏ธ Stay informed about online trends and risks ๐Ÿ“ฒโš ๏ธ

Receive upโ€‘toโ€‘date information straight to your device about the latest trends, threats, and risks facing young people online.

โœ”๏ธ Understand social media & gaming platforms ๐ŸŽฎ๐Ÿ“ธ

Learn about key terms, features, privacy tools, and parental controls on platforms like Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok.

โœ”๏ธ Access expert guidance on important issues ๐Ÿ’ฌ๐Ÿง ๐Ÿ’›

Find practical advice on cyberbullying, mental health, image sharing and harmful content — plus tips on how to talk to your child about how to stay safe when online. 

โœ”๏ธ Get support when you need it ๐Ÿ†˜๐Ÿ“˜

The Online Safety section signposts trusted sources of help and guidance.

๐Ÿ“ฑ Download the Safer Schools NI App on your phone or mobile device for quick access to tools, updates, and expert advice.

๐Ÿ”‘ The Parental App Access Code was recently sent to all parents via our school messaging appโœ‰๏ธ