Acceptable Use of Technology - Parents
1. I have read and discussed pupil Acceptable Use of Technology Policy (AUP) with my child and understand that the AUP will help keep my child safe online.
2. I understand that the AUP applies to my child’s use of school devices and personal use where there are safeguarding and/or behaviour concerns. This may include if online behaviour poses a threat or causes harm to another pupil, could have repercussions for the orderly running of the school, if a pupil is identifiable as a member of the school, or if the behaviour could adversely affect the reputation of the school.
3. I understand that any use of school devices and systems are appropriately filtered. Further information can be found on the Filtering and Monitoring page on the school website.
4. I am aware that my child’s use of school provided devices and systems will be monitored for safety and security reasons. Monitoring approaches are in place to keep my child safe and to ensure policy compliance. This monitoring will be proportionate and will take place in accordance with data protection, privacy, and human rights legislation.
5. I understand that the school will take every reasonable precaution, including implementing appropriate monitoring and filtering systems as above, to ensure my child is safe when they use school devices and systems, on and offsite. I however understand that the school cannot ultimately be held responsible for filtering breaches that occur due to the dynamic nature of materials accessed online, or if my child is using a personal device, including mobile or smart technologies.
6. I am aware that the school Mobile Phone and Smart Technology Policy states that my child cannot have personal devices, including mobile and smart technology on site.
7. I understand that my child needs a safe and appropriate place to access remote/online learning, for example, if the school is closed. I will ensure my child’s access to remote/online learning is appropriately supervised and any use is in accordance with the school remote learning AUP.
8. My child and I are aware of the importance of safe online behaviour and will not deliberately upload or share any content that could upset, threaten the safety of or offend any member of the school/setting community, or content that could adversely affect the reputation of the school.
9. I understand that the school will contact me if they have concerns about any possible breaches of the AUP or have any concerns about my child’s safety online.
10. I will inform the school or other relevant organisations if I have concerns over my child’s or other members of the school community’s safety online.
11. I know that my child will receive online safety education to help them understand the importance of safe use of technology and the internet, both in and out of school.
12. I understand my role and responsibility in supporting the school online safety approaches and safeguarding my child online. I will use parental controls, supervise access and will encourage my child to adopt safe use of the internet and other technology at home, as appropriate to their age and understanding.