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How to review your artificial intelligence (AI) policy

Your school isn't required to have an AI policy, but having one can help your school community use AI tools in an ethical and responsible way. Find out how to review your policy, what it should cover and the questions to ask. Use our model to understand what good looks like and see examples from other schools.

Last reviewed on 14 April 2026See updates
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Contents
  1. Key facts
  2. Model policy from The Key
  3. What to look out for
  4. Key questions to ask to challenge the policy
  5. See examples of policies from schools

Model policy from The Key

This model document, from our sister service The Key, is not meant as a guide for writing or updating your school's policy, since that's your school leaders' job. Instead, use it to give you a sense of what a good policy looks like.

It's been approved by Forbes Solicitors and is designed for your school leaders to adapt to suit your school’s context. 

Model policy: use of artificial intelligence (AI) - schools DOCX, 217.3 KB
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What to look out for

Below we suggest what might be included in an AI policy. Every school will have a slightly different approach to AI, so policies will vary.

When reviewing the policy, you should look for information about the following:

Aims and scope

Provide clear guidelines on what AI can and can't be used for by staff, governors and pupils Establish a supportive framework for staff to use AI to