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Frameworks and guidance for responsible AI adoption.

Practical governance frameworks, policy templates, and analysis to help schools, MATs, and policymakers navigate AI in education with confidence.

Framework

AI governance framework for schools

Narinder Gill, Al Kingsley, MBE|15 Mar 2026

A comprehensive governance framework covering procurement, deployment, monitoring, and risk management of AI tools in school settings.

For: School leaders, governors
GovernanceSchoolsRisk management+1
Template

AI acceptable use policy template for schools

Dr Beth Lane|10 Mar 2026

Ready-to-use policy template covering staff and student use of AI tools, with guidance notes for customisation to your school context.

For: School leaders, DSLs
Acceptable useSchoolsTemplate+2
Analysis

DfE AI examinations guidance: analysis and implications

Narinder Gill|5 Mar 2026

Detailed analysis of the Department for Education's position on AI use in formal examinations, with practical implications for schools and exam officers.

For: Exam officers, school leaders
ExaminationsDfEAssessment+1
Template

DPIA template for AI tools in education

Laura Knight|28 Feb 2026

A data protection impact assessment template specifically designed for the procurement and deployment of AI tools in educational settings.

For: DPOs, IT leads
Data protectionDPIAProcurement+1
Position paper

Towards a national AI education strategy: AIE position paper

Dr Beth Lane, Narinder Gill|20 Feb 2026

AIE's position paper outlining the case for a coordinated national strategy for AI education across all phases and sectors.

For: Policymakers, sector leaders
National strategyPolicyGovernment+1
Guidance

Developing an AI strategy for your MAT

Al Kingsley, MBE, Narinder Gill|12 Feb 2026

Step-by-step guidance for MAT central teams on developing a trust-wide AI strategy that balances innovation with governance.

For: MAT CEOs, central teams
MATsStrategyGovernance+1
Framework

AI tool procurement checklist for education

Sean Connell, Dr Beth Lane|5 Feb 2026

A practical checklist for evaluating AI tools before procurement, covering data governance, evidence of efficacy, accessibility, and cost.

For: IT leads, business managers
ProcurementEdTechDue diligence+1
Guidance

A parent and carer guide to AI in your child's school

Dr Beth Lane|25 Jan 2026

Plain-language guide for parents and carers explaining how AI is being used in schools, what it means for their children, and what questions to ask.

For: Parents, carers, governors
ParentsSafeguardingCommunication+1
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