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3 reasons Classlist is better than WhatsApp

Written by Clare Wright | Jul 20, 2022 7:45:00 AM

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Your parent community needs a way to communicate. Many parents rely on WhatsApp groups to stay in the loop. These groups are often unmoderated, unfiltered and are not inclusive.
 
Recent legal guidance has found that school-related WhatsApp groups are likely to be in breach of GDPR.
 
Classlist is tailored for school parents. Here are three reasons Classlist is a better platform for your parent community than WhatsApp.
 

1. Classlist is inclusive

Unlike WhatsApp, parents are not required to share their phone number to join Classlist. This means the school can ensure everyone is included.

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  • Make it easy for parents to connect
  • Let new joiners get involved easily

2. Classlist is respectful

Classlist's code of conduct keeps interactions respectful, prevents complaints and misinformation. Inappropriate comments can be easily reported. Reported comments can then be reviewed by trusted parent moderators. Data from Classlist reveals;

  • Moderation is rarely necessary
  • No need for staff involvement
  • Classlist communities are overwhelmingly respectful

3. Classlist streamlines communications

  • Topic-based conversations - find information easily with our simple post and comment layout.
  • Tailored notifications - let parents control and customise how many they receive.