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From
£15
Per user, per monthEssentials Package
- Monitoring
- Managed Anti-Virus
- Patch Management
- Scheduled Maintenance
IT Support for UK Schools for Education & Training
Tailored IT support solutions for education & training — from compliance and security to day-to-day support, all managed by UK-based experts.
Education Experience
We support schools and academies across the UK, understanding the unique demands of the education environment.
Safeguarding
Pupil data and safeguarding records protected with robust security controls meeting DfE requirements.
Budget Friendly
Pricing structured for school budgets with options that work within your annual funding allocation.
Why Education & Training Choose Cloudswitched
The education sector faces unique technology challenges — from regulatory compliance and data protection to industry-specific software and remote working. Cloudswitched delivers IT support services designed specifically for education & training, combining deep technical expertise with an understanding of how your sector operates.
How it works for Education businesses
A clear, structured process from consultation to ongoing support.
1
Term-Time Awareness
We schedule major maintenance, upgrades, and projects during school holidays to minimise disruption to teaching and learning.
2
Safeguarding Priority
Pupil data, safeguarding records, and SEND information receive the highest levels of protection with strict access controls and audit trails.
3
Whole-School Approach
We support teaching staff, administrative teams, and IT coordinators with appropriate service levels for each group.
IT Support for UK Schools for Education
Sector Expertise in Education
Our engineers have hands-on experience supporting education & training businesses, so we understand your software, compliance requirements and daily workflows.
Compliance and Regulation
We help education businesses meet industry regulations including GDPR, Cyber Essentials and sector-specific requirements — with documented evidence for auditors.
Minimal Disruption
We know that downtime costs education businesses money and reputation. Our proactive approach prevents issues before they affect your team or clients.
Tailored Solutions for Education
No cookie-cutter packages. We design IT solutions around the specific needs of your education business, from specialist software support to secure remote access.
School IT Support Covers
Network infrastructure and Wi-Fi management
MIS and school management software support
Safeguarding data protection and access controls
Web filtering and internet safety compliance
Device management for staff and pupil devices
Cyber security and DfE standards compliance
Why Education businesses choose us
Proven track record supporting education & training across the UK
UK-based engineers available during your working hours with guaranteed SLAs
Experience with industry-specific software and compliance requirements
Proactive monitoring that prevents issues before they impact your education operations
Simple per-user pricing with no hidden fees or long-term lock-in
Free onboarding including full IT audit and documentation of your environment
School IT Support Plans
From
£30
Per user, per monthAssurance Package
- Monitoring
- Managed Anti-Virus
- Patch Management
- Scheduled Maintenance
- Remote Support
- Dedicated Account Manager
From
£50
Per user, per monthUltimate Package
- Monitoring
- Managed Anti-Virus
- Patch Management
- Scheduled Maintenance
- Remote Support
- Dedicated Account Manager
- Onsite Support
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. We currently support a number of education & training businesses across the UK. Our engineers are familiar with the software, compliance requirements and operational needs specific to the education sector.
We support a wide range of specialist applications used in the education sector. During onboarding we document every application in your environment and ensure our team is trained on your critical systems.
We help implement the technical controls required by GDPR, Cyber Essentials and any sector-specific regulations. We also provide documented evidence packs that make audits and compliance reviews straightforward.
We run a structured onboarding that includes a full IT audit, documentation of your network and systems, installation of monitoring tools, and training for your team. Most education businesses are fully onboarded within five to ten working days.
Absolutely. Our cloud-based tools and secure remote access solutions support education staff wherever they work — at the office, at home or on the road.
Free On Boarding worth up to £2,000!
Limited time offer - valid until 31/05/2026
Let's Talk About Your IT
Tell us about your school or trust and we will design IT support that fits your educational setting.
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