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Lesson Title: Sexting – Understanding the Law and Staying Safe Online (PSHE / RSE / Online Safety)
This essential KS4 PSHE lesson explores the risks, consequences, and legal implications of sexting. Through real-life scenarios, law-based tasks, and reflection activities, students gain a clear understanding of how sexting affects young people, how it is treated under UK law, and how to seek help or support others.

Lesson Aims:

Define sexting and understand how and why young people engage in it

Learn the laws around sharing sexual images, even between underage partners

Explore the potential consequences: criminal records, police cautions, and reputation damage

Understand the role of apps like Snapchat and how images can be saved or misused

Identify reasons why teenagers sext, including peer pressure, confidence, or manipulation

Examine a “Four Steps to Trouble” case study to understand escalating risks

Give advice to peers through scenario tasks, showing understanding and empathy

Discover where to get help, including from friends, teachers, and online support services

Perfect for PSHE, RSE, or Safeguarding. Supports statutory RSE guidance, digital safety, and respectful relationships education.