The part most AI sites skip — and the part that matters most
Policy, GDPR, safeguarding, copyright and risk — the governance foundations that let your school adopt AI with confidence, not just enthusiasm.
Most advice about AI in primary schools focuses on "cool classroom ideas" and skips straight past the part that actually determines whether a headteacher can sign off on wider adoption: policy, data protection, safeguarding, and risk. This is that part. Every article in this hub is written to be governor-readable and Ofsted-ready — plain English, practical checklists, and a clear line between what needs formal sign-off and what's genuinely low-risk day-to-day practice.
AI Policy for Primary Schools: What It Needs to Cover
What a strong AI policy for primary schools covers — acceptable use, data protection, safeguarding and review — with a practical checklist.
GovernanceBuilding an AI Governance Framework for Your School
How to structure AI governance in a primary school across policy, training, risk and review so nothing falls through the cracks.
GovernanceAI and GDPR: What Primary Schools Need to Know
A plain-English explanation of the data protection considerations UK primary schools face when staff use AI tools.
GovernanceSafeguarding Considerations for AI in Schools
How AI use intersects with existing safeguarding duties in primary schools, and what to add to your safeguarding policy.
GovernanceCreating an AI Risk Register for Your School
A template approach to identifying, rating and reviewing AI-related risks in a UK primary school setting.
GovernanceStaff Guidance for Using AI Responsibly
A short, staff-facing AI guidance document schools can adapt for day-to-day use of AI in primary schools.
GovernanceTalking to Parents About AI in Your School
How to communicate your primary school's approach to AI to parents clearly and reassuringly.
GovernanceWhat Governors Need to Know About AI
A briefing for primary school governors on their role in AI oversight, without needing to become technical experts.
GovernanceAn AI Procurement Checklist for Schools
Questions to ask before your primary school signs up for a paid AI tool or platform.
GovernanceCopyright and AI: What Schools Need to Understand
A straightforward look at copyright questions primary schools encounter when using AI-generated content.