Artificial intelligence (AI) use in schools

Understand what artificial intelligence is, how it's used in schools, and what schools and trusts need to consider to make sure it’s being used safely and responsibly.

Last reviewed on 14 April 2026
School types: AllSchool phases: AllRef: 45209
Contents
  1. What is AI?
  2. Why do I need to know about AI?
  3. How AI is used in schools
  4. Make sure AI is being used safely
  5. Never enter personal information into a tool you don't trust
  6. Prevent misuse with policies, procedures and monitoring
  7. Ofsted won't directly inspect the quality of AI tools
  8. Make sure your leaders keep you informed