Parents Social Media Policy (2024)
Introduction
At Orchard, we acknowledge that social media is an integral part of 21st Century life.
It presents an exciting opportunity for us to share what takes place in school and to celebrate everything that the school does. The widespread availability and use of social networking applications bring opportunities to understand, engage and communicate with audiences in new ways. It is important that we are able to use these technologies and services effectively and flexibly, and consider the potential impact on the schools’ reputation.
This policy provides parents/carers with guidance around the use of social media and sets out the procedures school leadership will follow and the action we may take when we consider that parents/carers have used such facilities inappropriately. For example, the use of social networking applications has implications for our duty to safeguard children, young people and vulnerable adults.
This policy aims to support innovation whilst providing a framework of good practice.
NB: When we have referred to “parent” in this document, we also include carers; relatives; or anyone associated with the School.
