9 November 2026
Microsoft OVS-ES Is Retiring: What It Means for Your School
Last updated 9 November 2026 About this information. This post is based on Microsoft’s announcement of 5 November 2026 and on its Microsoft 365 Education…
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3 November 2026
Jamf vs Intune vs Google Admin: Which Suits Your School?
Choosing the right device management for schools is a strategic decision for any school or multi-academy trust. Budgets are under pressure, safeguarding duties keep growing,…
20 October 2026
From Cabling to Core Switches: What Future-Ready School Network Infrastructure Really Looks Like
When schools talk about being future-ready, the conversation usually turns to devices, cloud platforms, or the latest EdTech tools. But none of that works without…
17 October 2026
MFA in Education: Where to Start and What to Avoid
Multi-factor authentication has moved from a “nice to have” to an essential part of cyber security in every sector. Schools, academies, and multi-academy trusts (MATs)…
13 October 2026
Incident Response for Schools: A Practical First 24 Hours Checklist
Effective incident response for schools has never mattered more. Whether it’s a ransomware attack, a data breach, a safeguarding-related system compromise, or the loss of…
6 October 2026
Cyber Security in Schools: 7 Threats Every IT Lead Should Be Planning For in 2026
Cyber security in schools has moved from being a purely technical concern to a whole-school safeguarding priority. Going into 2026, schools and multi-academy trusts face…
29 September 2026
Common Arbor Onboarding Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
Choosing the right Arbor onboarding support can be the difference between a smooth MIS transition and a stressful one. Moving to a new Management Information…
22 September 2026
Cloud, On-Prem or Hybrid? Choosing the Right Infrastructure for Your School
Choosing the right ICT infrastructure for schools is one of the most important strategic decisions a school or trust can make. With growing demands around…
15 September 2026
Arbor MIS Support: What Schools Actually Need Day-to-Day
For many schools, an MIS isn’t just a system — it’s the backbone of daily operations. Registers, behaviour logs, safeguarding notes, timetables, attendance, parental communications,…
8 September 2026
AI Safeguarding in Schools: Managing the Risks of Generative AI and Turning it into a Learning Opportunity
Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools are rapidly reshaping how students access information, complete work, and interact online. While these technologies offer genuine educational potential, they…