Virtual Learning Code of Conduct
Code for Parents:
- Parents are to ensure that their children are prepared for their lessons by 9:25am, ready to begin at 9:30am
- Parents are to ensure that children are appropriately dressed, no pyjamas
- In the event that more than one family member is in isolation and technology is limited, parents to contact school and inform them
- Parents should not participate in the online learning. Any questions or concerns can be sent to teachers via class dojo outside of the live session
Code for Children:
- Children logged on by 9:25am, ready to start at 9:30am
- Children must be dressed, not in pyjamas
- Children are not to eat or drink anything other than having a bottle of water during lesson time.
- No background noise, such as music playing or the TV during sessions
- Children to sit at a table where possible
- Language must be appropriate, including any family members in the background
- Staff will remove any children from the online lesson who are not following the guidance. A telephone call or email will be sent to parents in these circumstances.
- Video and sound may be muted for both pupils and staff if other children in the household become unsettled or cause disruption
- All sessions will be recorded for safeguarding reasons
Code for Staff
- Staff should be logged on at 9:15am, ready for 9:30am start
- Staff should wear professional clothing
- Language and behaviour must be professional and appropriate
- Staff will remove any children who are not following the guidance
- It is important that all staff, whilst interacting with children online, continue to watch out for signs that a child is at risk. Any such concerns should be deal with as per the Child Protection Policy.
- School will ensure that any online learning tools and systems are in line with GDPR requirements
If you have any further questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact a member of the school leadership team via the school office – admin@st-stephens-droylsden.tameside.sch.uk
Thank you for your continued support,
Mr C Lavin - Acting Head teacher