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ICT and internet acceptable use policy: model and examples

Set clear expectations for ICT and internet acceptable use by using our model policy. See examples of policies from other schools to help you develop your own.

Last reviewed on 3 December 2025See updates
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  1. Download our model policy
  2. See examples of school policies

Download our model policy

Use it to set guidelines and rules for the acceptable use of ICT and the internet in your school. Our policy has been approved by Forbes Solicitors and covers staff, governors, pupils and parents/carers. It also includes:

  • Guidelines for school staff on using Facebook 
  • A parent/carer agreement on communicating with the school that covers the use of private email, chat or social media groups
  • Acceptable use agreements for staff, younger pupils and older pupils
  • Advice on how to protect your school from cyber attacks, including a glossary
Model policy: ICT and acceptable internet use DOCX, 457.2 KB
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We developed this policy with Karen Mitchell, 1 of our associate experts.

Updates to our policy 3 December 2025 – we've made the following updates to our policy: Section 1 – introduction and aims:  Clarified that