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Inspiring the Next Generation of Cyber Talent

CyberFirst, created by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), is on a mission to tackle the UK’s cyber skills gap by sparking interest in tech from an early age.

We’re raising the profile of Computing and Cyber in schools and colleges, inspiring more young people to become tomorrow’s cyber defenders.

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Join the CyberFirst Community in Wales

Whether you’re a school, business, or individual — there’s a role for you in shaping the future of cyber security.

Explore how you can get involved:

CyberFirst
For Schools & Colleges

Inspire your learners with free CyberFirst initiatives and join a growing network of changemakers through our nationally recognised award scheme.

CyberFirst
For Businesses

Become a key player in the cyber skills landscape – connect with future talent, share your expertise, and build meaningful links between industry and education.

CyberFirst
For Volunteers

Join the CyberFirst ambassador network! Share your story, grow your connections, and help spread the cyber message across Wales.

AI SAFE – A Framework for Students and Teachers

We have created a FREE evidenced based resource to help students and teachers navigate this new dynamic era of learning and study safely and confidently.

Our Impact

£8.41 generated
in social value for every £1 spent
10600+ learners
engaged with
200+ activities & events
delivered

CyberFirst Wales News

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Celebrating a standout term for New CyberFirst Schools in Wales 

As the summer term unfolds and welcome the (hopefully) warmer weather, we have some brilliant news to share from across the nation. More schools are being recognised for the…
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CyberFirst Advanced returns across Wales for summer 2026 

CyberFirst Advanced is back for summer 2026, giving students aged 16 to 17 across Wales the chance to build advanced cyber security skills, explore future study and career pathways,…
Read more CyberFirst Advanced returns across Wales for summer 2026 
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Empower in 2026: More Events, More Girls, More Tech Futures 

Empower: Girls into Cyber is expanding in 2026 as Year 10 Girls into Tech, bringing free, hands-on events to multiple venues across Wales. From cyber to software, data and cloud,…
Read more Empower in 2026: More Events, More Girls, More Tech Futures 
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AI SAFE: A framework for Students and Teachers

AI is changing how we learn, create and interact with technology. From generating code to acting on our behalf, these systems introduce new risks as well as new…
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What Happens to the Data? Understanding AI and Information Risk

AI tools can generate text, write code and even take action. But they also rely on data. Every prompt, file or connection to a system involves information being…
Read more What Happens to the Data? Understanding AI and Information Risk
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Celebrating the Year 8 Girls Competition and Co-producing a More Inclusive Future 

As we celebrate the success of our 2026 Year 8 Girls Competition, we are also taking a broader look at inclusion in tech. This event marked not only…
Read more Celebrating the Year 8 Girls Competition and Co-producing a More Inclusive Future 
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