There are no requirements for how to approach this policy. Some schools have a single 'bring your own device' (BYOD) policy, while others have separate ones for pupils and staff.
Primary school
The Deer Park Primary School in Derbyshire has a BYOD policy that applies to both staff and pupils.
It covers:
- Uses of mobile phones in school
- Access to school internet and IT systems
- The security of staff's personal devices
Secondary schools
The Weald Community School in West Sussex has a BYOD agreement for pupils. They're also expected to follow the school's home school agreement, ICT acceptable use and anti-bullying policy.
The BYOD agreement sets out pupils' responsibilities, as well as the rules and restrictions around using personal devices in school.
Restrictions to internet access on school WiFi A liability statement The reporting procedure for a breach of
