AI policy templates for your
school, trust or organisation.

Boardroom-ready policy documents you can adapt, adopt and present to your leadership team — free. Built by the team behind askKira, aligned to UK GDPR, DfE guidance, Ofsted expectations and KCSIE 2025.

Ready to use
Each document is complete and structured for immediate use — just add your organisation's details.
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UK compliant
Aligned to UK GDPR, DPA 2018, DfE AI guidance (August 2025), Ofsted EIF and KCSIE 2025.
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Built for schools
Designed for UK primary, secondary and MAT contexts — but adaptable for any organisation.
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Five documents. Everything you need
to govern AI in your organisation.

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SchoolsMATsFree
AI Policy Template
For UK Primary & Secondary Schools / Multi-Academy Trusts (2025/26)

A complete, ready-to-adopt AI policy covering permitted and prohibited use, roles and responsibilities, data protection, ethics, safeguarding, SEND inclusion, staff training and monitoring. Aligned to DfE AI guidance (August 2025), Ofsted, UK GDPR, KCSIE 2025 and the Equality Act.

Guiding Principles Roles & Responsibilities Approved Use of AI Prohibited Use Data Protection & GDPR Safeguarding SEND & Inclusion Staff Training & CPD Monitoring & Evaluation Related Policies
⬇ Download PDF 📄 6 pages
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SchoolsMATsFree
AI Risk Assessment Template
Aligned to DfE, Ofsted, KCSIE, GDPR, NCSC

A structured risk assessment for evaluating any AI tool before deployment. Uses a standard school risk matrix (Low/Medium/High/Critical) across 12 sections. Covers legal compliance, data protection, safeguarding, cybersecurity, training and governance, stakeholder consultation, cost-benefit analysis and exit strategy. Includes sign-off table for Headteacher, DPO, DSL and assessor.

Risk Scoring System Legal & Compliance Checklist Data Protection & Privacy Risks Safeguarding & Ethical Risks Cybersecurity & Technical Risks Training & AI Governance Stakeholder Consultation Cost Benefit Analysis AI Exit Strategy Final Decision & Sign-Off
⬇ Download PDF 📄 14 pages
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SchoolsMATsFree
Draft AI Strategy Statement
Autumn Term 2025 — aligned to DfE, Ofsted, UK GDPR, KCSIE 2025 and JCQ guidance

A concise AI strategy statement for schools and MATs covering purpose, strategic intent, six guiding principles, permitted and prohibited use, safeguarding, data protection, assessment integrity and governance roles. Ready to present to governors and trustees. Includes sign-off section and review cycle.

Strategic Intent 6 Guiding Principles Permitted & Prohibited Use Safeguarding & Online Safety Data Protection & Security Assessment Integrity Governance & Roles Monitoring & Evaluation
⬇ Download PDF 📄 3 pages
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SchoolsMATsFree
AI Action Plan & Implementation Checklist
Autumn Term 2025 — a phased 12-week rollout programme for schools deploying AI

A practical, phased implementation guide for rolling out AI in one term — with decision gates, checklists and Go/No-Go checks at each phase. Covers appointing an AI Lead, readiness checks, DPIA and risk assessment, acceptable use policy updates, staff training, pilot management, review and scale.

Phase 1: Prepare (Weeks 1–2) Phase 2: Guardrails (Weeks 2–3) Phase 3: Train & Pilot (Weeks 3–6) Phase 4: Review & Adjust (Weeks 6–8) Phase 5: Embed & Scale (Weeks 9–12) Phase 6: Keep It Going People, Time & Budget
⬇ Download PDF 📄 9 pages
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SchoolsMATsFree
Board / Governor DPIA Summary
Autumn Term 2025 — designed for governor meeting packs and trustee briefings

A plain-English summary of askKira's Data Protection Impact Assessment written specifically for school governors and trustees. Explains what askKira is, why a DPIA is required, and provides clear assurances on data security, legal compliance, safeguarding, data retention, staff rights and insurance cover.

What is askKira? Why a DPIA is Required Data Security Assurances Legal Compliance Safeguarding Data Retention Staff Rights Insurance Cover Benefits for Schools & MATs
⬇ Download PDF 📄 1 page

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All templates aligned to
UK GDPR & DPA 2018 DfE AI Guidance (Aug 2025) Ofsted EIF KCSIE 2025 NCSC Cyber Essentials ICO Guidance for Schools JCQ Assessment Guidance Equality Act 2010

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