Trust-wide Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) for Learners

When using school devices, systems and accounts, you must make sure that you follow all of these rules.

 

Software Installation

You should not attempt to download or install software (such as games) on school devices.

 

Hardware Faults/Damage

If you notice any damage to a school device (including desktops, laptops, monitors, keyboard, mice, tablets etc.), you must inform your teacher or another member of staff immediately.

 

Account Security & Responsibility

You should only log on to the school network/learning platforms with your own username and password. You should understand that you are responsible for all activity on your account, and you should not leave the computer unattended or share your password – doing so could lead to your account being used inappropriately and you being held responsible.

 

Email Usage

You should only use your school email address for school purposes. Don’t use your personal email when contacting teachers or other learners.

 

Responsible Communication

All your ICT communications with learners, teachers, or others should be responsible and sensible.

 

Internet Behaviour

You should be responsible for your behaviour when using the Internet. This includes the resources you access and the language you use.

 

Personal Information

You should not give out any personal information such as your name, phone number, or address.

 

Content Restrictions

You should not deliberately browse, download, upload, or forward material that could be considered offensive or illegal. If you accidentally come across any such material, you should report it immediately to your teacher.

 

Monitoring

You should understand that all your use of the Internet and other related technologies can be monitored and logged and can be made available to your teachers, parents/carers and the police. You should not attempt to bypass the internet filtering or other monitoring and safeguarding systems.

 

Understanding and consequences

You should understand that these rules are designed to keep you safe and that if they are not followed, the consequences set out in our Values Driven Expectations will be applied, and your parent/carer may be contacted.