For many multi‑academy trusts, compliance activity is happening in multiple places at once: policies are drafted and approved, training is delivered, risks are logged, and audits are completed.
For many MATs, cyber incidents are still framed as technical problems, something for IT teams to resolve and then move on from. In reality, the most significant governance and compliance risk often begins after the incident occurs.
A small line in Microsoft’s Copilot terms triggered a significant response a couple of weeks ago. The phrase “for entertainment purposes only”, when shared without context, understandably raised concerns across education.
It is important that schools and MATs assess EdTech supplier compliance (existing or new) properly to ensure you are able to meet UK GDPR requirements.
The introduction of the Data (Use and Access) Act brings an important new requirement for all education settings: by 19 June 2026, every school and trust must have a clear, accessible, and effective data protection complaints process in place. This...
Discover how you can build cyber response playbooks for team-wide readiness and resilience. As digital systems become more interconnected across a Trust, a cyber incident in one school can rapidly affect others, making a coordinated, MAT-wide...
Wrap up cyber safety before you wrap up for Christmas
The Christmas holidays are a time for joy and rest - but for cybercriminals, it’s business as usual. With schools closed and systems unattended, the festive season can be a prime opportunity for...
Schools and Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs) handle vast amounts of sensitive data every day, from student records to staff information. In line with UK GDPR requirements, this data must be protected with robust technical and organisational measures. ...
In a landmark decision, the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has fined Capita plc and Capita Pension Solutions Limited (CPSL) a combined £14 million for serious data protection failures, a stark reminder that even the biggest players can fall...
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