We have become aware of students accessing personal communication devices such as phones and smartwatches during the school day. 

Students may have access to these devices before and after school for communication with parents.  However, during the school day, we follow ‘Off and Away’ procedures as they may be a distraction and pose safety and privacy risks. 

Parent and student communication during the school day should be through the front office or teacher email.  If students require their smartwatch to tell the time, parents are asked to activate parental restrictions on the device to avoid students communicating, taking photos and playing games on their watch.  Otherwise, their smartwatch should left at home.  All mobile phones should be handed into the front office to be locked safely way. 

The school does not take any responsibility for loss or damage to mobile devices. 

Please refer to the Student Acceptable Use ICT Policy and Personal Communication Devices Policy (both of these policies have been attached for your reference. They are also available on the Catholic Education Website).