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How to switch AI reading feedback on or off in StoryNest

Understand optional AI feedback for children's reading, how consent works and where to change the setting.

3 minutes5 stepsParents and carers

Before you begin

Here's what you'll need:

  • A signed-in adult account
  • Eligible Reading Practice access

Let's get started

Follow these steps

These instructions match the current StoryNest app. The pictures are simple screen maps until verified product screenshots are available.

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Open the grown-up Practice tab

In the signed-in app select Practice. The optional AI consent controls appear when applicable.

Illustrative screen map, not a screenshot · Look for the highlighted label in the app
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Read the consent information

Read the explanation of how audio and text are processed, including the links to StoryNest's privacy policy. AI feedback is off until enabled.

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Switch it on if you choose

Use Switch on AI reading feedback only if you are comfortable with the described processing. The setting applies to eligible new sessions.

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Review feedback

Where available, a completed session may display reading observations and words to practise. Treat these as suggestions, not a formal measure.

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Switch it off again

Return to Practice and use the AI feedback is on control to turn the setting off. For school tasks, there may be separate school consent options.

Illustrative screen map, not a screenshot · Look for the highlighted label in the app

A few handy tips

  • AI feedback is optional; manual review still works without it.
  • Automatic transcription can mishear names, accents, quiet voices or background noise.
  • Discuss persistent concerns with the child's teacher or an appropriately qualified professional.

Good to know

Common questions

Does StoryNest use recordings to train AI?

StoryNest's published privacy policy says children's recordings are not used to train AI.

Is AI feedback required for practice?

No. A parent or teacher can review the session without it.