Your child has signed this!

We ask all children, young people, and adults involved in the life of St Joseph’s School to sign an Acceptable Use Policy (AUP), which is a document that outlines how we expect them to behave when they are online, and/or using school networks, connections, internet connectivity and devices, cloud platforms, and social media (both when on school site and outside of school).

These rules have been written to help keep everyone safe and happy when they are online or using technology. Sometimes things go wrong and people can get upset, but these rules should help us avoid it when possible, and be fair to everybody.

School systems and users are protected and monitored by security and filtering services to provide safe access to digital technologies. This means anything on a school device or using school networks/platforms/internet may be viewed by one of the staff members who are here to keep your children safe.

We tell your children that they should not behave any differently when they are out of school or using their own devices or home network. What we tell pupils about behaviour and respect applies to all members of the school community:

“Treat yourself and others with respect at all times; treat people in the same way when you are online or on a device as you would face to face.”

Acceptable Use Policy for KS1 children (years 1-2):

To stay SAFE online and on my devices, I follow the Digital 5 A Day and:

1.  I only USE devices or apps, sites or games if a trusted adult says so

2.  I ASK for help if I’m stuck or not sure

3.  I TELL a trusted adult if I’m upset, worried, scared or confused

4.  If I get a FUNNY FEELING in my tummy, I talk to an adult

5.  I look out for my FRIENDS and tell someone if they need help

6.  I KNOW people online aren’t always who they say they are

7.  Anything I do online can be shared and might stay online FOREVER

8.  I don’t keep SECRETS or do DARES AND CHALLENGES just because someone tells me I have to

9.  I don’t change CLOTHES or get undressed in front of a camera

10.        I always check before SHARING personal information

11.        I am KIND and polite to everyone

 

Acceptable Use Policy for KS2 children (years 3-6):

These statements can keep me and others safe & happy at school and home

1. I learn online – I use the school’s internet, devices and logins for schoolwork, homework and other activities to learn and have fun. All school devices and systems are monitored, including when I’m using them at home.
2. I behave the same way on devices as face to face in the classroom, and so do my teachers – If I get asked to do anything that I would find strange in school, I will tell another teacher.
3. I ask permission – At home or school, I only use the devices, apps, sites and games I am allowed to and when I am allowed to.
4. I am creative online – As well as looking at things from other people on apps, sites and games, I also get creative to learn and make things, and I remember my Digital 5 A Day.
5. I am a friend online – I won’t share or say anything that I know would upset another person or they wouldn’t want to be shared. If a friend is worried or needs help, I remind them to talk to an adult, or even do it for them.
6. I am not a bully – I know just calling something banter doesn’t make it ok as it could become bullying. I do not post, make or share unkind, hurtful or rude messages/comments and if I see it happening, I will tell my trusted adults.
7. I am a secure online learner – I keep my passwords to myself and reset them if anyone finds them out. Friends don’t share passwords!
8. I am careful what I click on – I don’t click on unexpected links or popups, and only download or install things when I know it is safe or has been agreed by trusted adults. Sometimes app add-ons can cost money, so it is important I always check.
9. I ask for help if I am scared or worried – I will talk to a trusted adult if anything upsets me or worries me on an app, site or game – it often helps. If I get a funny feeling, I talk about it.
10. I know it’s not my fault if I see or someone sends me something bad – I won’t get in trouble, but I mustn’t share it. Instead, I will tell a trusted adult. If I make a mistake, I don’t try to hide it but ask for help.
11. I communicate and collaborate online – with people I already know and have met in real life or that a trusted adult knows about.
12. I know new online friends might not be who they say they are – I am careful when someone wants to be my friend. Unless I have met them face to face, I can’t be sure who they are.
13. I check with a parent/carer before I meet an online friend for the first time; I never go alone.
14. I don’t do live videos (livestreams) on my own – and always check if it is allowed. I check with a trusted adult before I video chat with anybody for the first time.
15. I keep my body to myself online – I never get changed or show what’s under my clothes when using a device with a camera. I remember my body is mine and no-one should tell me what to do with it; I don’t send any photos or videos without checking with a trusted adult.
16. I say no online if I need to – I don’t have to do something just because someone dares or challenges me to do it, or to keep a secret. If I get asked anything that makes me worried, upset or just confused, I should say no, stop chatting and tell a trusted adult immediately.
17. I tell my parents/carers what I do online – they might not know the app, site or game, but they can still help me when things go wrong, and they want to know what I’m doing.
18. I follow age rules – 13+ games and apps aren’t good for me so I don’t use them – they may be scary, violent or unsuitable. 18+ games are not more difficult but very unsuitable.
19. I am private online – I only give out private information if a trusted adult says it’s okay. This might be my address, phone number, location or anything else that could identify me or my family and friends; if I turn on my location, I will remember to turn it off again.
20. I am careful what I share and protect my online reputation – I know anything I do can be shared and might stay online forever (even on Snapchat or if I delete it).
21. I am a rule-follower online – I know that apps, sites and games have rules on how to behave, and some have age restrictions. I follow the rules, block bullies and report bad behaviour, at home and at school.
22. I am part of a community – I do not make fun of anyone or exclude them because they are different to me. If I see anyone doing this, I tell a trusted adult and/or report it.
23. I respect people’s work – I only edit or delete my own digital work and only use words, pictures or videos from other people if I have their permission or if it is copyright free or has a Creative Commons licence.
24. I am a researcher online – I use safe search tools approved by my trusted adults. I know I can’t believe everything I see online, know which sites to trust, and know how to double check information I find. If I am not sure I ask a trusted adult.