In 2023, I wrote an AI policy template that I expected it to be useful. What I did not expect was how many schools they would download and use it. Since then, I considered to update it several times, but I clung. Schools tend to update policies in annual cycles, and I was also waiting to see what more guidance could come from the DFE.
A few weeks ago, that guide came in the form of the last DFE policy document, Generative artificial intelligence (AI) in education. If you still house it, it is worth your time. Add to that the existing orientation of JCQ, updates to KCSIE and another policy development from the same time, and felt as the right time to visit and update my AI policy template.
It is increasingly clear that when the visits, schools and trusts of ofsted will need to show how:
- Risks Associated with AI, such as data privacy, intellectual property, bias and ethics.
- Guarantee compliance With safeguard, data governance and intellectual property regulations.
- Use an effective To support the workload, accessibility and equity in its schools.
Why am I sharing this?
During the time I write on the legs, I have shared resources to make an Asier life for others. These are guides, templates or simply ideas of my work, my goal always has a leg to help educators reduce workload and make informed decisions.
During the last decade, I worked with hundreds of schools, trusts and organizations worldwide, supporting them with digital strategy, policy creation and the ethical use of technology, including AI. Conversations about AI, safeguarding, bias and governance have been fundamental to that work, whether I am developing policies, delivering training or speaking at events.
Before publishing for the first time my AI policy template, I had already helped school boxes to develop their own. Since then, I have continued to refine my approach based on the challenges of the real world and the comments of schools that implement thesis policies.
My work in Netsupport since 2021 has only strengthened this, giving me direct experience in compliance, safeguarding and digital governance on scale. Great projects like this year Protection Guide (which can download free here) has only reinforced the need for clear and adaptable policies that help schools to make informed decisions.
This policy template will be particularly relevant to schools inspected by Ofsted, but also for British schools abroad, where inspections follow similar frames and independent schools under ISI.
The technical bit
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Access the policy template here. Feedback is welcome. I would also love to hear stories about how it has helped you at all.
📥 Download the AI policy template (2025 update)
This free resource helps schools align with Ofsted, ISI and DFE AI Guidance While guaranteeing compliance and risk mitigation.
If your school or trust needs Support in the implementation of AI or staff training policies in the AI governmentLet’s talk.
I would love to know how you are using it in your school, and if you need support in the writing or refining of your AI policy, or with training personnel to use AI effectively, contact.
Note: Thanks to the co -author in Edtech’s play book, Olly Lewis, for giving this to one. Greetings, friend 🙂
