Switched On is a free educational rail safety programme. In order to continue to deliver high quality, engaging resources we have introduced a registration page requiring users to sign up to be able to download resources. This helps us to evaluate content to make sure it meets the needs of educators and their pupils.

In-classroom science experiments

This resource is designed to deter students from partaking in unsafe behaviours around the railway, by highlighting the danger of the electricity used on the network, using a series of in classroom science experiments. To run this activity, download the teacher...

Challenging influencers

Social media content is everywhere – but is it safe? Mimicking real-life scenarios from social media this resource uses debate activities to spark discussion and foster critical thinking around social media content creation, peer influence, online stunts, and...

Arlo’s Adventure

Inspired by the story of Arlo and his first independent adventure on a train journey, pupils will learn about hazards associated with rail travel; at rail stations, near rail tracks and level crossings. They will learn ways to behave responsibly to help prevent...

At the station with Suzi

Some pupils may already be familiar with the train station but others may not. This interactive quiz uses real-life images and a labelling activity to help children recognise and become more familiar with key features they might find at the train station. Pupils will...

Switched On travels with Suzi badge certificate

Join Suzi and her mum on their favourite trip to the nature reserve. Along the way there are a number of stops where pupils can complete activities to earn their Switched On badges. Print off the certificate before starting the resources and allow pupils to colour in...