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Cyber readiness review: What to fix before the summer term
By March, most schools are operating at full stretch. Systems are in constant use, staff are deep into the academic year, and IT teams are focused on keeping everything running
A Governor and Trustee’s guide to ICT procurement compliance
This guide explains why ICT procurement is a key governance issue for schools and trusts, and how using a Department for Education‑approved framework such as Everything ICT helps boards discharge
Refurbished devices in 2026: What’s changed – and what it means for schools
Refurbished ICT has long been a practical and reliable option for schools and MATs. It supports sustainability objectives, helps manage budgets and, when sourced properly, performs well in day-to-day classroom
How broadband contract reviews can save schools thousands
For many schools, broadband is one of those essential services that just ticks along in the background. As long as the internet works, the contract itself rarely gets much attention.
AI literacy for schools: What SLTs should know
AI is already part of how many schools operate, even when it isn’t labelled as such. Systems used for safeguarding, behaviour monitoring, assessment and planning increasingly rely on AI-driven processes
Filtering, monitoring and infrastructure: The compliance cost trap
Most schools and MATs already have filtering and monitoring in place. The challenge is that these systems are only as reliable as the infrastructure underneath them. Governors are increasingly asking