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ICT & Internet Acceptable Use

ICT is an integral part of the way our school works, and is a critical resources for pupils, staff, governors, volunteers and visitors. It supports teaching and learning and the pastoral and administrative functions of our school. 

However, the ICT resources and facilities our school uses also poses risks to data protection, online safety and safeguarding. We ask that parents read the following agreement and accept responsible use. 

 

Acceptable use of the internet: agreement for parents and carers

Online channels are an important way for parents/carers to communicate with, or about, our school.

The school uses the following channels:

  • School website
  • Email/text groups for parents (for school announcements and information)

 

Parents/carers also set up independent channels to help them stay on top of what’s happening in their child’s class. For example a Facebook group.

When communicating with the school via official communication channels, or using private/independent channels to talk about the school, I will:

  • Be respectful towards members of staff, and the school, always
  • Be respectful of other parents/carers and children
  • Direct any complaints or concerns through the school’s official channels, so they can be dealt with in line with the school’s complaints procedure

I will not:

  • Use private groups, the school’s website, or personal social media to complain about or criticise members of staff. This is not constructive, and the school can’t improve or address issues if they aren’t raised in an appropriate way
  • Use private groups, the school’s website, or personal social media to complain about, or try to resolve, a behaviour issue involving other pupils. I will contact the school and speak to the appropriate member of staff if I’m aware of a specific behaviour issue or incident
  • Upload or share photos or videos on social media of any child other than my own, unless I have the permission of other children’s parents/carers