Stay Safe and Private When Using AI
This intervention framework references recognised UK education guidance — including Department for Education (DfE) generative AI guidance for schools, Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) expectations on pupil data, Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) and Ofqual assessment integrity guidance, and Ofsted expectations for safeguarding and curriculum quality. It supports school self-assessment; it is not legal advice and does not imply official endorsement or compliance certification.
Why This Matters
AI tools often save what you type. Once you share something, you may not be able to take it back.
Protecting your privacy keeps you safe online — and AI does not need your personal information to help you learn.
Keep These Private
Never Share
Keep these to yourself:
- Your full name
- Your school, address or phone number
- Passwords or logins
- Photos of yourself or others
- Anything about friends or family
Think Before You Type
Ask yourself: would I be happy for a stranger to read this? If not, do not type it.
Tell a Trusted Adult
If an AI tool asks for personal information, says something that worries you, or shows something inappropriate, tell a parent, carer or teacher.
Before You Use an AI Tool
Check:
- I have not shared my name or where I live
- I have not shared photos or passwords
- I would be okay if a stranger read this
- I know which adult to tell if something feels wrong
Improve Your Benchmark Score
This framework supports improvement in:
- Privacy Awareness
- Online Safety
- Responsible AI Use
Retake the student benchmark after reading this guide
Remember
AI does not need to know who you are to help you.
Wider Support & Development
For more information, guidance and support — including how AI Awareness Day can help your school — contact the AI Awareness team.