Validating the #So.Me measure

In October-December 2025 we are conducting the final testing of the social media experience measure with years 7 - 10, with schools across the country!

On this page you’ll find the resources and info you will need to prepare for the validation survey in October 2025.

**This page will be updated regularly with key dates and documents from August 2025**

If you would like to test the questionnaire in your school but haven’t signed-up, you can do so here (until 5th October 2025).

Key dates

Set date for questionnaire completion in school and arrange timetable access to ICT facilities.

Distribution parent/carer info and opt-out form.

Receive study onboarding & set-up information from the #So.Me team.

Confirm participation by completing the online MoU.

Questionnaire window opens Mon 3rd November! [planned date]

Questionnaire window closes Fri 19th December.

Data analysis and creation of school reports.

Once the questionnaire window closes we will be working to analyse the data as quickly as possible so we can share it with you. We expect this to be in the January-March 2026.

Sending parent/carer information and opt-out forms

All pupils taking part in the #So.Me questionnaire pilot need to have the online parent/carer information and opt-out form sent home. You can download a draft email for parents/carers, including the link to the online information, from the list below. Parent/carers need to be given a minimum of one week to opt-out their child if they would like to. They do this by following instructions on the online form. 

School resources

All the resources you need to deliver the questionnaire in your school can be found below (links to be added/updated from August ‘25).

Important documents:

  • School guidance pack

  • Memorandum of Understanding online form (please complete)

  • Copy of MoU for school records

  • Parent/carer email including link to study information and opt-out form

  • Parent/carer email including link to study information and opt-out form (Welsh)

  • Online form - school bank details to receive payment for study participation

Participant information:

Delivering the questionnaire:

  • Copy of #So.Me pilot questionnaire (document updated XX.XX.XX)

  • Copy of background ‘about you’ questionnaire (document updated XX.XX.XX)

  • Introducing the questionnaire to pupils (PowerPoint)

  • Top tips for delivering the questionnaire