Are teachers entitled to a private life? : Points of View

Teachers Talk Radio · Aug 11, 2026 · 2h 3m

Teachers are expected to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, both inside and outside the classroom. But where should the line be drawn between personal freedom and professional responsibility? The expectations set out in the Teachers' Standards include the requirement to maintain public trust and demonstrate high standards of personal and professional conduct. To what extent is this at conflict with a teacher’s right to enjoy a private life? Social media has blurred the boundaries between work and home and the growing impact of students having constant access to smartphones and…