Twinkl acquires Natterhub to strengthen online safety and digital citizenship tools for schools and parents
Twinkl, a global provider of educational resources and tools for schools, educators, and parents, has announced its acquisition of Natterhub, a platform designed to teach children aged 5-11 how to navigate the digital world safely and responsibly.
The acquisition will integrate Natterhub into Twinkl’s existing ecosystem of educational solutions, strengthening its focus on supporting schools, parents, and students with online safety education.
Caroline Allams, co-founder and Product Director of Natterhub, commented:
“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 provides two offerings:
Natterhub for Schools: A resource for teachers and students featuring digital safety content, animated lessons, and social media-like functionalities, including news feeds, polls, quizzes, and messaging tools.
Natterhub for Home: Aimed at parents, this version offers interactive resources to teach digital skills outside the classroom.
“Natterhub has always been about empowering children to thrive in the digital world with confidence, kindness, and critical thinking,” wrote Natterhub co-founder Manjit Sareen in a LinkedIn post. “I truly believe that with Twinkl’s support, the platform is poised to scale and evolve into something even more extraordinary, inspiring and reaching children and educators on a much larger scale.”
Sareen reflected on the company’s growth journey and expressed gratitude for the impact it has made. “The joy of executing a vision and watching it grow is unmatched. Passing the baton to Twinkl feels like the right step. They have the expertise to ensure Natterhub’s mission continues to flourish.”
Twinkl’s CEO Jonathan Seaton commented on the acquisition: “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.”
Natterhub’s interactive platform creates a secure environment for children to practice digital skills, embedding online safety education within the curriculum. By providing resources that resonate with young learners, Natterhub aims to equip children with the tools they need to navigate the digital world responsibly.
Reflecting on the partnership, Sareen added: “I couldn’t be prouder of the company we’ve built and everything it has become. Watching it evolve from an idea to being acquired by such a global leader in education fills me with immense pride and gratitude.”
