Code of Conduct
Governing all school staff with an account in the Parent-Friendly Schools app -
the UK's biggest school staffroom powering parent participation.
Our Commitment to Respectful Engagement
Respectful and Courteous Behaviour
At Parent-Friendly Schools, we are dedicated to creating a warm, inclusive, and respectful environment for everyone in our community. As a member of this community, it is important to uphold professional standards and treat others with kindness, empathy, and respect. All contributions should be appropriate for a diverse audience, recognising the variety of perspectives and backgrounds present.
We do not tolerate posts or behaviours that include:
- Illegal content
- Pornographic, sexually explicit, or adult material
- Racist, sexist, homophobic, or otherwise discriminatory content
- Graphic, violent, or disturbing imagery
- Inflammatory language, such as name-calling, rants, or aggressive outbursts
Committing to courteous and respectful conduct creates a positive and collaborative community where learning, development, and connection flourish.
Protecting Your Privacy
Your privacy matters. You are responsible for sharing personal information within the Parent-Friendly Schools community.
To help keep your data safe:
- Be mindful of what you post in public forums
- Avoid sharing personal contact details (e.g. your email or phone number) unless necessary
- Adjust your privacy settings to control who can view your information
While Parent-Friendly Schools takes steps to safeguard our digital space, it is equally essential for each member to actively protect their privacy.
Meaningful Participation
We encourage thoughtful, purposeful participation to get the most from your membership. Engage in discussions and groups that align with your interests, and contribute to the community by sharing your knowledge, experiences, and feedback.
Valuable contributions include:
- Checking existing discussions before starting a new topic
- Offering constructive, supportive responses
- Commenting thoughtfully on topics that resonate with you
- Registering for events and actively taking part
Participating with intention will help build a richer, more impactful community experience for all.
Sharing Content Respectfully
We welcome and celebrate the great work you’re doing. To help your contributions shine:
- Always give credit to others when sharing their work
- Link to the original source when posting someone else’s content
- Respect copyright and intellectual property – include proper attribution where required
This helps foster a culture of mutual respect and professional integrity. If using the resources and practice shared by others in a public forum, be careful to credit them for their contribution to your work.
Using Community Features Responsibly
Parent-Friendly Schools offers several features to support member interaction, including private messaging. These should be used responsibly and not for self-promotion or spam.
Avoid the following:
- Using likes, comments, or messages to draw attention to your own profile
- Misusing features for personal gain or in ways unrelated to their intended purpose
- Leaving irrelevant comments to increase visibility
- Posting promotional content or repeated messages in multiple groups
Using these tools appropriately supports a respectful and engaging space for all members.
Private Messaging: Best Practice
Private messaging can help strengthen collaboration and build relationships. When using this feature:
- Keep messages relevant to community topics
- Personalise your message – include the recipient’s name, why you’re reaching out, and what interests you about their work.
- Only contact others with a clear and relevant purpose – avoid vague requests.
Appropriate and well-considered messaging helps build meaningful, respectful connections.
Reporting a Breach of This Code
We are committed to ensuring this community remains safe, respectful, and inclusive. If you see content or behaviour that breaches this Code of Conduct, please report it.
To do so:
- Click ‘Report this Content’ (found in the menu on the top right of a post or comment)
- Provide a short description of the issue, with relevant details or evidence.
- Our team will review the report and take appropriate action, including content removal or further moderation.
Parent-Friendly Schools reserves the right to remove content or accounts harmful to the community without prior notice.
If you have questions or need support email [email protected].
Together, we can build a safe and supportive space for all.
