Technology in school

Is My Child Safe In School?

The academy endeavours to teach all students to be socially responsible about the acceptable use of the internet and mobile technologies. This is done through lessons, PSHE and assemblies.

Students using equipment in school do so through a secure filtered service. Any unacceptable use of the service can be traced back to the user.

Can My Child Bring Or Use His/Her Device In School?

It is not a requirement that students bring their own devices in order to access a full curriculum. There is enough capacity within the academy to accommodate their needs.

Ernulf Academy requests that students do not bring their own mobile phones in the Academy, and we can take no responsibility for their loss or damage during the day. Any mobile phones seen during the day will be confiscated for 24 hours. This is in order to safeguard students and staff from inappropriate use of mobile phones and also to ensure the focus of the day is on learning.

If you have any further questions about our decision to be a phone free school, you may find the Government guidance on mobile phones in school a helpful read.

Why does the Academy not encourage students to bring devices into school?

There are a number of key issues which relate to the use of mobile phones in school these include:

loss and breakage – the academy insurance will not cover for loss and breakage;
inappropriate use – which could include; texting, gaming or sending images during lessons which are distracting.

What if a parent needs to get hold of their child in an emergency?

If a parent needs to contact their child they can do so by ringing reception. If necessary, the academy can ensure that you speak to your child personally. As such, it is not essential that a child has mobile phone.