Online safety platform for children acquired by learning materials provider
Sheffield-based learning resources provider, Twinkl Group, has acquired Natterhub, a platform which gives schools and parents all they need to teach learners how to stay safe online and be responsible digital citizens.
By providing a “sandbox” for pupils to practise navigating the digital world, Natterhub embeds online safety discussions and experiences into the curriculum, rather than isolated events that limit engagement.
The platform provides interactive social media-like features, as well as lessons that resonate with students – making learning, and the discussions about online safety, more meaningful and effective.
Natterhub adds to The Twinkl Group’s existing B2B education offerings used by schools and multi-academy trusts around the world – including Twinkl resources, Twinkl Phonics Training, and online assessment tool Educake.
Jonathan Seaton, founder and CEO of The Twinkl Group, said: “We are thrilled to be joining forces with Natterhub and look forward to helping them grow and have an even bigger impact.
“This marks a significant step forward in Twinkl’s ongoing mission to help those that teach, allowing us to address even more challenges for schools, educators, parents, and students alike.”
Caroline Allams, co-founder and product director at Natterhub, added: “With reports showing children are spending more time online than ever before, there is added pressure to equip them with the knowledge to explore the digital world safely.
“Meanwhile, new technologies such as AI are increasingly influencing how children develop social and emotional skills.
“Joining the Twinkl ecosystem will allow us to help schools better address these challenges and prepare the next generation.”
Natterhub’s platform features two distinct offerings: Natterhub for Schools – a resource deployed by schools, providing teachers and pupils with digital safety content, animated lessons, and educational social media functionalities, including news feeds, polls, quizzes, and chat/messaging capabilities; and Natterhub for Home – aimed at parents, this version delivers interactive content to teach digital skills outside the classroom.
