"Effective policy is the backbone to good practice in schools, and internet safety should be no exception. Good policy, based on actual and prospective scenarios, should help to define strategies for dealing with internet safety incidents should they occur. While the headteacher should be instrumental in developing such policies and practices, it is suggested that much of this work be delegated to an internet safety co-ordinator, supported by all the key stakeholders.

Parents and carers should be fully consulted on internet safety issues, and, where possible, should be involved in the development of school policies in this area, for example, through a parental representative on the school’s internet safety policy team. While there is no statutory requirement for parents to sign acceptable use policies, schools may wish to consider this option. A signed acceptable use form, administered as part of the enrolment process or as part of the home–school agreement, acknowledges the fact that a parent has received the information, and that they and their children are aware of the rules. It may be appropriate for older students to agree to the rules themselves. However, the language of the rules must be appropriate to the age and understanding of the children."

AUP Summary Document

Developing an AUP for Staff

The Human Resources Advisory Service for Education Bradford have worked alongside Unions to produce a model policy for all staff employed in school. A copy of this is available below.

Model Policy for AUP