Download our model policy
Use it to set guidelines and rules for how your school community interacts with each other online.
Our policy is based on Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2026, and has been approved by Forbes Solicitors.
Our policy covers:
- Rules for using the school's official social media channels
- Personal use of social media by staff (including governors), pupils and parents/carers
See examples from other schools
Primary schools
- Saint James' Church of England Primary School, Hampshire
- Ladygrove Primary School, Telford and Wrekin (scroll down to 'safeguarding policies')
Secondary school
- Ormiston Horizon Academy, Stoke-on-Trent
Further resources
Help your staff to keep their social media profiles secure with our social media 'cheat sheet' for staff.
Get tips on how to deal with negative comments or behaviour by parents and carers on social media, which includes a model acceptable use agreement for parents/carers.