AI, Deepfakes and Safeguarding

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About this episode:

Explore how AI and deepfake technology are reshaping safeguarding risks in schools. This episode unpacks new KCSIE guidance, the realities of AI-generated abuse, and why these harms must be treated as serious child protection concerns—highlighting the role of professional curiosity, early action and pupil-centred responses.

Authors: Sam Preston & Sara Spinks

Publish date: 18 Jan 2026

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