Video, Radio, Podcasts & Blogs—safe & easy

    The world's leading online community for young people to collaborate and broadcast their videos, podcasts and blogs.

    Any questions?
    Tel: 0113 246 9989
    Email: hello@radiowaves.co.uk

    What people say about us…

    • “At the forefront of education social networks” —The Guardian

    • “Radiowaves has transformed learning in our school” —Aimee Barton, Teacher

    • “Participants confidence greatly improved in other aspects of their life” —EDCOMS Evaluation

    • “Children were motivated, challenged and incredibly excited” —Literacy Times Plus

    • “It only took ten minutes for me to be hooked” —Yvonne Wallace, Headteacher

    • “Radiowaves is ace!” —Student, Parkhill Primary

    About Radiowaves

    Radiowaves is a safe social network that provides social media for education. It enables schools to create safe internet radio, podcasts, videos and blogs. With a free Radiowaves website you can easily start school podcasting, join national campaigns and develop digital literacy skills.

    Since 2003 Radiowaves has been providing safe social networking for schools through our award winning school podcasting network. We work with schools, local authorities, charities and government department to publish internet radio, school podcasts, videos and blogs from pupils around the world.

    Over 20,000 pupils use Radiowaves regularly to broadcast their school podcasts and videos to friends and family via the safe social network. With 30,000+ podcasts and video stories already online Radiowaves is the place to hear what young people are saying. Join now to get your pupils voices heard.

    Any questions?
    Tel: 0113 246 9989
    Email: hello@radiowaves.co.uk

    Some organisations we work with…

    A selection of the organisations we have worked with.

    How can I use Radiowaves?

    Set up a free Radiowaves website to start safe school podcasting and blogging.

    Each pupil can have their own portfolio page to upload their podcast, school internet radio, video or blogs.

    Teachers can moderate pupils' work and control who can see their digital media.

    Pupils can use simple, safe social networking tools within Radiowaves to collaborate with other pupils and share ideas

    Our philosophy: Why we’re unique

    We believe in giving children and young people a voice… and listening to them.
    All content on Radiowaves is made by young people. We provide a safe social network for their internet radio, podcasts and videos to be heard. We work with high profile partners to create unique opportunities and connections.

    We believe in giving young people a safe place to play, work and collaborate.
    Radiowaves provides a safe, moderated social network for children and young people to meet others and share ideas. Teachers and staff can easily support pupils and check all content. Our CRB checked staff ensure Radiowaves is a positive, fun environment that encourages individual development.

    We believe in enabling young people to develop the creative, social and literacy skills they need.
    Digital literacy requires new skills and effective decision making in new settings. Radiowaves provides rich social media experiences that put young people in charge and challenge them to develop their skills for a real, global audience.

    We believe in supporting teaching staff with easy to use, relevant tools and training.
    Radiowaves has been designed specifically to provide social media for education. The safe social network has been designed based on our extensive experience working alongside teachers, community groups, local authorities and charities. As well as dedicated teacher tools we can supply school friendly equipment and expert CPD training.

    We believe in innovation.
    The Radiowaves site is constantly being developed to ensure schools benefit from the very latest social media technology. Our approach to learning is a key part of our innovation - with new models of working, in depth evaluations and cutting edge research we ensure Radiowaves is always at the forefront of education.