Filtering and monitoring
Technology used by schools to block harmful content and to monitor for risky activity on school networks and devices. A statutory expectation under KCSIE.
In plain English
Technology used by schools to block harmful content and to monitor for risky activity on school networks and devices. A statutory expectation under KCSIE.
Why it matters
Schools must have appropriate filtering and monitoring in place and review them at least annually. The standards published by the DfE describe what \"appropriate\" means. Governors should ask for the latest review at safeguarding meetings.
What to do
Schools and settings
Review filtering and monitoring against the DfE digital standards each academic year, with sign-off from the DSL and governors.
Sources
- Filtering and monitoring standards— Department for Education
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Last reviewed: 2026-05-17