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ISG Education

Technology that helps schools stay safe, reliable and ready to teach.

Managed IT support, cyber security, cloud, connectivity and strategic planning for schools and multi-academy trusts.

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IT specialist and school leader reviewing an education technology plan
Education technology prioritiesSafe infrastructure. Clear governance. Better support.

Specialist education support

One accountable partner across the technology estate.

Support starts with the experience of staff and pupils, then connects service delivery to safeguarding, cyber risk, infrastructure and long-term planning.

Managed IT Support for Schools

Reliable, safeguarding-aware technology support for teaching, learning and school operations.

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IT Support for Multi-Academy Trusts

One technology operating model across a trust, with room for each school’s practical needs.

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DfE Digital & Technology Standards Support

Turn the DfE standards into a prioritised, evidenced technology improvement plan.

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Cyber Security for Schools

Layered protection that recognises the operational and safeguarding impact of a school cyber incident.

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Filtering & Monitoring for Schools

Technical controls and review processes shaped around safeguarding, learning and the school’s risk profile.

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Microsoft 365 & Google Workspace for Education

Secure cloud collaboration that supports staff and pupils without losing administrative control.

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School Networks, Wi‑Fi & Connectivity

Reliable, segmented and supportable connectivity across classrooms, offices and shared spaces.

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School Holiday IT Projects

Deliver disruptive technology improvements in planned windows, ready for staff and pupils to return.

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DfE standards

Build a practical route towards the 2030 core standards.

The DfE identifies six core areas: broadband, wireless networks, network switching, digital leadership and governance, filtering and monitoring, and cyber security.

ISG can help assess the current position, agree ownership, prioritise risk and deliver improvements. The school or responsible body retains its governance and statutory responsibilities.

See how we support the standards

Free self-assessment

How ready is your school?

Answer 18 practical questions across the six core areas. Your progress is saved on this device, and you can send the completed assessment to ISG for a confidential review.

3 checksBroadband and resilienceCapacity, continuity and documented ownership of the school connection.0/3
Our broadband capacity is based on current and expected use across the school.
We have a documented and tested continuity or failover arrangement.
Support, escalation routes, service levels and renewal dates are documented.
3 checksWireless networksReliable, secure Wi-Fi designed for teaching, safeguarding and operational demand.0/3
Wireless coverage and capacity have been assessed across teaching and shared spaces.
Staff, pupil, guest and managed-device access is appropriately separated and secured.
The wireless design, configuration and support arrangements are documented.
3 checksNetwork switchingSupportable, secure network infrastructure with capacity for future requirements.0/3
We maintain an accurate inventory, configuration record and lifecycle plan for switches.
Network access, management interfaces and administrative credentials are secured.
Switching, cabling and power capacity support current demand and planned change.
3 checksDigital leadership and governanceNamed ownership, an agreed digital strategy and evidence-led investment decisions.0/3
A senior leader and governor or trustee have clear digital and cyber responsibilities.
Our digital strategy links technology priorities to education and operational outcomes.
Risk, performance, investment and progress are reviewed on a planned basis.
3 checksFiltering and monitoringSafeguarding-led controls with understood coverage, limitations and response processes.0/3
Filtering and monitoring provision is reviewed at least annually with safeguarding leaders.
Coverage, age-appropriate policies, limitations and exception processes are documented.
Alerts and concerns have clear owners, escalation routes and recorded outcomes.
3 checksCyber securityLayered controls covering identity, devices, backup, response and staff awareness.0/3
Multi-factor authentication and appropriate privileged access controls are in place.
Devices are securely configured, protected, patched and supported through a lifecycle plan.
Backups and incident response arrangements are documented and tested.

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Send your results to our education team.

We’ll use your answers to identify priority conversations. This checklist is a planning aid and does not certify compliance with DfE standards.

  • Confidential review by an education IT specialist
  • Practical priorities, without a sales-heavy report
  • No obligation to become an ISG customer

Based on the DfE digital and technology standards guidance. Always refer to the current standards on GOV.UK ↗.

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Let’s make your IT easier to run.

Tell us what is working, what is not and where your organisation is heading. We’ll give you a practical next step.

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