Agreed by FGB on 14^th March 2022

To be reviewed March 2023

Early Years and Key Stage 1 (0-6)

I understand that Hawkhurst Church of England Primary School’s Acceptable Use Policy will help keep me safe and happy online.

• Children in KS1 should not bring in mobile phones or devices from home.
• I only use the internet when an adult is with me.
• I only click on links and buttons online when I know what they do.
• I keep my personal information and passwords safe.
• I only send messages online which are polite and friendly.
• I know that Hawkhurst Church of England Primary School can see what I am doing online when I use school computers and tablets, including when I am at home.
• I always tell an adult if something online makes me feel upset, unhappy, or worried.
• I can visit www.thinkuknow.co.uk to learn more about keeping safe online.
• I know that if I do not follow the rules:

• A letter may be sent to my parents
• I may not be able to use computers at school for a while

• I have read and talked about these rules with my parents/carers.

Key Stage 2 (7-11)

I understand that Hawkhurst Church of England Primary School’s Acceptable Use Policy will help keep me safe and happy online at home and at school.

Safe

• I will behave online the same way as I behave in the classroom.
• I only send messages which are polite and friendly.
• I will only post pictures or videos on the internet if they are safe and appropriate, and if I have permission.
• I only talk with, and open messages, from people I know.
• I will only click on links if I know they are safe.
• I know that people I meet online may not always be who they say they are. If someone online suggests meeting up, I will immediately talk to an adult.

Learning

• I ask my teacher before using my own personal smart devices and/or mobile phone at school.
• If I bring a mobile phone to school it should be handed in at the office in the morning and collected at the end of the day.
• I always ask permission from an adult before using the internet.
• I only use websites and search engines that my teacher has chosen.
• I use Hawkhurst Church of England Primary School’s devices for school work unless I have permission otherwise.
• If I need to learn online at home, I will follow the school remote learning AUP.

Trust

• I know that not everything or everyone online is honest or truthful.
• I will check content on various sources like other websites, books or with a trusted adult.
• I always credit the person or source that created any work, images, or text I use.

Responsible

• I keep my personal information safe and private online.
• I will keep my passwords safe and will not share them.
• I will not access or change other people’s files or information.
• I will only change the settings on a device if a member of staff has allowed me to.

Understand

• I understand that the school internet filter is there to protect me, and I will not try to bypass it.
• I know that all school devices and systems are monitored to help keep me safe, including when I use them at home.
• I have read and talked about these rules with my parents/carers.
• I can visit www.thinkuknow.co.uk and www.childline.org.uk to learn more about being safe online.
• I know that if I do not follow the school rules then:

• A letter may be sent to my parents
• I will not be allowed on school computers for a while

Tell

• If I see anything online that I should not or that makes me feel worried or upset, I will minimise the page and tell an adult straight away.
• If I am aware of anyone being unsafe with technology, I will report it to a teacher.
• I know it is not my fault if I see, or someone sends me, something bad online. I always talk to an adult if I am not sure about something or if something happens online that makes me feel worried or frightened.

KS2 Statements

• I understand that the schools Acceptable Use Policy will help keep me safe and happy online at home and at school.
• I know that I will be able to use the internet in school for a variety of reasons, if I use it responsibly. However, I understand that if I do not, I may not be allowed to use the internet at school.
• I know that being responsible means that I should not look for bad language, inappropriate images or violent or unsuitable games, and that if I accidently come across any of these I should report it to a teacher or adult in school, or a parent or carer at home.
• I will treat my password like my toothbrush! This means I will not share it with anyone (even my best friend), and I will log off when I have finished using the computer or device.
• I will protect myself by not telling anyone I meet online my address, my telephone number, my school name or by sending a picture of myself without permission from a teacher or other adult.
• I will not arrange to meet anyone I have met online alone in person without talking to a trusted adult.
• If I get unpleasant, rude, or bullying emails or messages, I will report them to a teacher or other adult. I will not delete them straight away, but instead, keep them so I can show them to the person I am reporting it to.
• I will always be myself and not pretend to be anyone or anything I am not. I know that posting anonymous messages or pretending to be someone else is not allowed.
• I will always check before I download software or data from the internet. I know that information on the internet may not be reliable and it sometimes needs checking.
• If I bring in memory sticks/CDs from outside of school, I will always give them to my teacher so they can be checked for viruses and content before opening them.
• I will be polite and sensible when I message people online and I know that sending a message is the same as having a conversation with someone. I will not be rude or hurt someone’s feelings online.
• I know that I am not allowed on personal email, social networking sites or instant messaging in school.
• If, for any reason, I need to bring a personal/smart device and/or mobile phone into school I know that it is to be handed in to the office and then collected at the end of the school day.
• I know that all school devices/computers and systems are monitored, including when I am using them at home.
• I will tell a teacher or other adult if someone online makes me feel uncomfortable or worried when I am online using games or other websites or apps.

Learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

Learners with SEND functioning at Levels P4 –P7

• I ask a grown-up if I want to use the computer.
• I make good choices on the computer.
• I use kind words on the internet.
• If I see anything that I do not like online, I tell a grown up.
• I know that if I do not follow the school rules then:

• A letter will be sent to my parents and I may not be allowed on the school computer for a while

Learners with SEND functioning at Levels P7-L1 (Based on Childnet’s SMART Rules)

Safe

• I ask a grown up if I want to use the computer.
• I do not tell strangers my name on the internet.
• I know that if I do not follow the school rules then:

• A letter will be sent to my parents and I may not be allowed on school computers for a while

Meeting

• I tell a grown-up if I want to talk on the internet.

Accepting

• I do not open messages or emails from strangers.

Reliable

• I make good choices on the computer.

Tell

• I use kind words on the internet.
• If I see anything that I do not like online, I will tell a grown up.

Learners with SEND functioning at Levels L2-4 (Based on Childnet’s SMART Rules)

Safe

• I ask an adult if I want to use the internet.
• I keep my information private on the internet.
• I am careful if I share photos online.
• I know that if I do not follow the school rules then:

• A letter will be sent to my parents and I may not be allowed on school computers for a while

Meeting

• I tell an adult if I want to talk to people on the internet.
• If I meet someone online, I talk to an adult.

Accepting

• I do not open messages from strangers.
• I check web links to make sure they are safe.

Reliable

• I make good choices on the internet.
• I check the information I see online.

Tell

• I use kind words on the internet.
• If someone is mean online, then I will not reply. I will save the message and show an adult.
• If I see anything online that I do not like, I will tell a teacher.

Learner Acceptable Use Policy Agreement Form

Settings should attach a copy of an age-appropriate AUP to this form. Settings may need to provide learners and parents with updated versions of the AUP as learners progress through the setting.