Biometrics In Schools - Freedom of information requests

Title or Description
Biometrics In Schools
FOI Number
2024275
Date Received
04/03/2024
Type of Request
FOI
Request or Question
to request information on any use of biometrics in schools within your council area please, including: 1 Which schools are using this technology and the age groups to which it applies.
2 The type of biometrics each school is using (e.g. fingerprints/facial recognition).
3 The purpose it s used for (e.g. paying for school meals) in each school.
4 When it was introduced.
Response
1 Which schools are using this technology and the age groups to which it applies. Kelso HS Jedburgh Grammar Campus Age Group S1 S6.
2 The type of biometrics each school is using (e.g. fingerprints/facial recognition). Fingerprint
3 The purpose it s used for (e.g. paying for school meals) in each school. Kelso HS paying for school meals Jedburgh GS door entry system ( staff only) 4 When it was introduced Kelso HS 2018 Jedburgh GS - 2020