Three easy ways schools can avoid data breaches
Three easy ways schools can avoid the most common breaches reported by the education sector....
Category: GDPR for Schools
What schools must do to tackle ransomware crisis
Why are schools being targeted by cyber criminals and what can you do to protect yourself?...
Education sector third worst-hit by data breaches in 2020
The education sector was responsible for 884 million leaked records across the globe in 2020, making it the third most affected by data breaches....
What does Brexit mean for schools?
After years of negotiation, the UK finally left the EU on 1 January 2021, but many organisations are no closer to understanding the data protection ramifications of Brexit. Schools with close ties with the EU, may have to make major changes...
Three benefits to schools of conducting a DPIA
In this blog we outline when a DPIA is necessary for a school as well as the benefits of producing one...
GDPR checklist for schools
Our GDPR Checklist for Schools helps you track your progress towards compliance. It addresses common cyber security concerns and includes vital steps that schools should take....
A quick guide to the GDPR for schools and colleges
A blog outlining the GDPR for schools and colleges
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Online safety for young children: recommendations from two technical experts
In this blog, two cyber security experts share their tips on how they keep their children safe online...
Improve your school’s cyber security with our free posters
Phishing and many other cyber attacks exploit common weaknesses in organisations that do not require advanced cyber skills, and are free or low-cost to mitigate. Unfortunately, schools are particularly vulnerable to cyber attacks. Busy staff and often low technical understanding make...
The data protection officer
An overview of the role of a school’s DPO If your school is a maintained school or academy, then it is classed as a public authority and, under the GDPR, must appoint a DPO. This person is responsible for monitoring the...