Cybersecurity and Keeping Learners Safe (KLS) in Wales

01 Mar 2025 in Education / Cybersecurity / Education / Safeguarding on Security, Networks, Penetration-testing

Safeguarding learners in Wales goes beyond physical safety—it extends into the digital world. The Keeping Learners Safe (KLS) framework outlines the statutory responsibilities of schools to create a safe and secure online environment for students.

Cybersecurity in schools has never been more important. With Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2024 placing a strong emphasis on digital safeguarding, schools need to ensure their IT systems, policies, and training are up to the task. But what does that actually look like in practice? And how can schools strike a balance between security and usability?