Lesson aim
The aim is not to frighten pupils about technology. The aim is to help them notice online harm earlier, avoid escalating it and ask for adult help when the situation is too big for peers to manage.
Core scenario
Use a fictional scenario where a pupil is repeatedly excluded from a group chat and screenshots are being shared. Ask pupils to identify the harmful behaviour, the bystander choices and the point where adult help is needed.
Evidence and reporting
Teach pupils that saving evidence can be useful, but public posting or forwarding usually increases harm. Explain the school reporting route and who can help pupils decide what to keep, delete or share with an adult.
Follow-up activity
Ask pupils to rewrite the scenario with safer choices at three turning points. This moves the lesson from awareness into action.