Data protection and information management
Collecting information
8 articles- Educational record: contents and accessUpdatedKnow what to include in your educational records, also known as pupil records, and understand your responsibilities to allow parents to access their child's educational record so you can stay compliant with education law and the UK GDPR.
- Inclusive recruitment and development: using data to improve your practiceGet tips on how to collect and use data to help you determine where your HR practices could be more inclusive. Find out what steps to take to improve equality for your staff.
- School admission register: requirements and guidanceAll schools need to hold an admission register. Find out what should be in it, how long you should keep records, and when and how to remove a pupil from the school roll.
Data protection and sharing information
23 articles- Artificial intelligence (AI): dos and don'ts for data protectionTake a look at our tips to make sure you stay compliant with data protection around the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools. Share them with your team to make sure everyone is on the same page.
- Cheat sheet for data protection officersThere's lots of new information to absorb now that you've taken on the role of data protection officer (DPO). Download our 'cheat sheet' to help you remember the key UK GDPR principles, deadlines and definitions.
- Child protection records: transfer guidanceFind out how to transfer safeguarding files securely, and what information you should include. We also look at communicating with other schools and parents.
Retaining records
5 articles- Child protection records: retentionUnderstand the guidance on keeping child protection records, including the information on pupil files, court orders and allegations made against members of staff.
- Information asset register: template and guidanceUse our template to create an information asset register (IAR) for your school. This will help you stay compliant with the UK GDPR by keeping track of all the data you're responsible for.
- Retaining first aid, accident and medical recordsLearn what records you need to keep following incidents in school that need first aid, as well as how long to keep the records to make sure you're complying with UK GDPR and relevant legislation.