Online Safety
Practical support for school leaders navigating social media risk, online harm, AI governance and digital reputation management. We help schools respond to incidents and build systems that reduce risk before it arrives.
Overview
Online safety has become one of the most demanding areas of school leadership. Social media incidents can escalate within hours. AI tools are being used by students in ways that challenge existing policies. Online harm crosses between home and school in ways that are difficult to separate. And the reputational risk to schools from digital incidents is significant and growing.
Edvance supports schools to respond to incidents and build systems that reduce risk over time. We work across independent, Catholic and government schools, drawing on current evidence and practical experience to help leaders make timely, well-documented decisions when things go wrong, and to put the right structures in place before they do.
Services
Incident Response
Direct support for schools managing active online safety incidents including cyberbullying, image based abuse, social media crises and reputational harm. We help leaders think clearly, respond appropriately and document decisions that will withstand scrutiny.
Policy Review and Development
Review of your current online safety, social media and acceptable use policies. We identify gaps, update language to reflect current platforms and risks, and ensure your policies are practical, enforceable and legally defensible across all school sectors.
AI Governance Advisory
Practical guidance on managing AI tools in your school context. We help schools develop clear, workable AI policies for students and staff, address academic integrity concerns and build staff confidence in making consistent decisions.
Training and Professional Learning
Workshops for leadership teams, staff and school communities on online safety topics including social media risk, online harm, AI in education and building a safe digital culture. Available face-to-face or online.
Resources
Resources under development
We are developing a suite of online safety resources including policy templates, incident response checklists and AI governance guides. Contact us to discuss your specific needs in the meantime.
Research
Our online safety services are informed by current, cross sector evidence including:
- eSafety Commissioner — research on online harm, image based abuse and online safety in schools
- ACER — evidence on technology use and student wellbeing
- International evidence on AI governance and academic integrity in educational settings
- Edvance white papers on online safety and reputation management for schools