As we head into the final weeks of term most students are preparing for and completing assessment. It is a busy and potentially stressful time.

The teachers and support staff are here to prepare, guide and support all students. If you child is finding their learning and assessment difficult, please don’t hesitate to contact us to for help.

An issue which is becoming more and more prevalent is the use of AI (Artificial Intelligence). AI tools are increasingly being used by students to assist with writing assignments, offering quick access to information and ideas, and even complete responses. While these tools can support learning when used responsibly, there is a growing risk of students relying on AI too heavily, potentially compromising their critical thinking and academic integrity.

This term we have had many instances where AI has been used inappropriately, and academic consequences have followed. This takes up valuable teaching time for our staff and affects student results.

The school is currently updating our AI policy and will share it in the coming weeks with the school community. It will clarify expectations around what is acceptable and unacceptable use of AI.

Parents and carers play a key role in managing AI use by their children by guiding their children to use AI ethically; encouraging them to brainstorm, draft and edit their own work. Your assistance through open discussions with your children, setting clear expectations and collaboration with teachers can help ensure AI is used to enhance learning rather than replace genuine effort.

Using AI effectively and ensuring academic integrity is essential to learning in the school. We all need to work together – staff, parents and carers, and students – to ensure students achieve the best outcomes, in the right way.