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Use this to evaluate whether an AI tool aimed at, or accessible by, children meets baseline safety and data protection expectations under the Children's Code and UK GDPR.
Does the AI system have robust age verification?
Is the content appropriate for your child's developmental stage?
Does it comply with the Children's Code (AADC)?
Does the AI use first-person pronouns ("I think", "I feel")?
Does it simulate personality or emotions?
Could your child mistake it for a being that cares about them?
What data does it collect from your child?
Is data stored and for how long?
Can you request data deletion under UK GDPR?
Does it share data with third parties?
Does it include usage time tracking?
Does it encourage breaks or redirects to human interaction?
Does it actively resist attachment formation?
Does it scaffold learning or just provide answers?
Does it celebrate process over product?
Could it replace thinking your child should do independently?
KCSIE 2024-2025 compliance, condensed. See the full KCSIE Compliance Hub for the changes behind each item.
All staff have read KCSIE Part 1 (updated version)
AI tools used in school have been risk-assessed
Online safety policy updated to include AI provisions
DSL has received AI-specific safeguarding training
Filtering and monitoring covers AI chatbot use on school networks
Incident response procedures include AI-specific scenarios
Parents informed about school AI safety policies
Checklist for forums, community platforms, and smaller sites likely to be accessed by children — in preparation.
For specific compliance questions, consult a qualified legal professional or contact the relevant regulator directly.
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