Cyber Explorers is a fun, free and interactive online cyber security learning platform for 11 to 14-year-olds. It features a virtual world where learners discover how digital, computing and cyber security skills are integral to their future career paths. 

The programme aims to appeal to a wide range of students by providing a variety of characters from different careers and fields, from social media content creators to athletes.

Joined by the Cyber Squad, students tackle challenges and missions based on real-world scenarios and explore how cyber security plays an important part in everyday life. 

SCQF credit rating: Recognising students’ achievements

The new SCQF credit rating gives students formal recognition for the skills acquired through the programme, which is made up of two sections – challenges and missions. 

Upon completing challenges and missions, students can earn Cyber Explorers – Cyber Squad Member (SCQF Level 4) and Cyber Explorers – Cyber Champion (SCQF Level 5) certificates, providing official recognition for their achievements.

The credit rating is a significant step in making the field of cyber security more accessible and engaging for young learners. It encourages them to pursue further studies in computer science and potentially embark on a career in cyber security. 

Since its launch in 2022, Cyber Explorers has gained significant popularity among teachers and students. The platform is now utilised by over half of the UK’s secondary schools, reaching tens of thousands of students nationwide.

Student and teacher Cyber Explorer testimonials

Join the cyber squad today

Contact the Cyber Explorers team at support@cyberexplorers.co.uk or visit the Cybers Explorers website for more information on how to implement the programme into the school curriculum.

To find out about having learning programmes credit rated onto the SCQF, visit Get Your Programme on the SCQF.