Please enjoyed this video made by our Duke’s senior cadets (life as a cadet from a cadets perspective).
Instagram remains one of the world’s most popular social media platforms, especially among teens – used by around 70% of 13 to 17-year-olds.
It may be one of the most familiar social media names around but features like AI-powered chatbots and Threads integration have added fresh challenges for families and schools to navigate. From worrying livestreams to issues like social exclusion and fear of missing out, Instagram isn’t just about photos. As the platform evolves, so too must the conversations we have with young people about how they use it.
Our latest #WakeUpWednesday guide outlines what these new features involve, the possible risks they bring and how to make the most of Instagram’s parental controls to keep children safe online.
Bluesky social app is a microblogging social media platform that gained popularity after separating from Twitter in 2021. It’s more than doubled its user numbers in the past six months alone, from 14.5 million in October 2024 to 32 million at present. Since accounts must be public, this opens the door to potential trolling, cyberbullying, and the spread of misinformation.
We’ve created this free guide – also available in podcast format – offering parents and educators advice and guidance on the tools available to keep children safe while using the popular social media platform Bluesky
Welcome to the first edition of Duke’s Journal 2025.
Find out about all of the important and exciting events that have been taking place across our school since the start of the year. We’ve covered academics, residentials, sports, important events, careers and so much more.
Download the PDF below and read now!
On a weekly basis we have been showcasing examples of student work.
This week has seen Science students being creative and showcasing a
deeper understanding in their lessons.
Occurring through messaging apps, on social media and in online games, group chats are among the most popular ways that young people engage with their peers online. Involving, by definition, three or more individuals, these groups allow users to send messages, images and videos to everyone in one place. While they are useful for helping friends, people with shared interests or members of a club to communicate and coordinate activities, they can also leave young people feeling excluded and bullied – as well as providing opportunities for inappropriate content to be shared and viewed.
In the guide, you’ll find tips on a number of potential risks such as bullying, inappropriate content and unknown members.
