Sustainable ICT for schools: The role of technology in reducing carbon footprints
As the academic year draws to a close and schools prepare for the summer break, many leadership teams are already reflecting on priorities for the new term. Among the growing priorities for schools is sustainability—and rightly so. With schools accounting for a significant portion of the public sector’s carbon emissions, the education sector has the […]
The future of school broadband: What’s next for education connectivity?
As schools and multi-academy trusts (MATs) prepare for the year ahead, broadband connectivity remains a key part of digital planning. With growing use of online learning tools, cloud platforms, and new technologies like AI, having the right infrastructure in place is essential. Through the Everything ICT Department for Education (DfE)-approved framework, schools can access reliable, […]
Future-proof your ICT strategy with flexible leasing before September
As the academic year draws to a close, many Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs) are looking to use the quieter summer period to review their digital infrastructure and set ICT priorities for the year ahead. From managing growing device estates to upgrading network infrastructure across multiple sites, the scale and complexity of MAT operations demand a strategic, […]
Summer cybersecurity checklist: What schools should do before the break
Jun 18, 2025 As the summer holidays approach, many schools are focusing on end-of-year activities, transition planning, and a well-deserved break. However, the quieter months can also bring increased risks for cybersecurity incidents, as systems are left unattended. Cybercriminals often take advantage of quieter periods when systems are left running with minimal oversight. That’s why […]
School telephony in a digital world: The benefits of modernising now
Reliable communication is essential for every school — whether it’s contacting parents, coordinating staff, or handling emergencies. A robust phone system is a vital part of daily operations. However, many schools are still using traditional PSTN or ISDN systems. While these have served well for decades, they are approaching end-of-life. With the PSTN switch-off set […]
How secure broadband supports online safety in schools
Every connected device in a school relies on a safe, stable broadband connection — but not all connections offer the protection schools need. As more teaching and learning takes place online, safeguarding now includes how schools manage and secure internet access. A reliable and secure broadband connection is a key part of that responsibility, yet […]
Sustainable ICT procurement: How schools can meet ESG goals in 2025 and beyond
Technology is essential to learning, but it also comes with environmental and social costs. Schools and Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs) are under increasing pressure to demonstrate how they are meeting environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals — and ICT procurement is a key area where schools can make a measurable impact. As a Department for Education […]
Top 5 challenges schools face when procuring ICT – and how leasing solves them
Buying ICT for schools has always been a balancing act — between tight budgets, evolving curriculum demands, and the pressure to keep up with changing technology. Even with the best intentions and planning, it’s easy for decisions to be shaped by short-term constraints rather than long-term value. Through our Department for Education (DfE)-approved ICT procurement […]
Data protection in schools Compliance made simple
With so much personal data flowing through schools – student records, staff info, safeguarding notes – data protection needs to be more than just good practice. It’s a legal obligation. Between GDPR and the UK Data Protection Act 2018, schools are expected to handle data securely, transparently, and responsibly. But staying compliant doesn’t have to […]
How to future-proof your school’s broadband
If your school or trust is planning to roll out new digital tools, expand cloud-based systems, or support more connected devices in the next academic year, now is the time to ask the question – Is our broadband ready for September? Whether you’re a primary school streamlining admin systems or a multi-academy trust scaling cloud-based […]