In today’s hyperconnected world, it’s not uncommon for children to be more tech-savvy than the adults around them. But behind every cute dance video or viral meme lies a sophisticated system of data collection and recommendation algorithms, Many of which are now under scrutiny. Recently, the UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) launched formal investigations into […]
As cyber threats escalate across all sectors, UK schools have become increasingly frequent targets. From ransomware attacks that cripple entire networks to phishing campaigns aimed at staff and suppliers, the education sector is now considered a prime target for cybercriminals. According to the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the volume and sophistication of attacks […]
Imagine you’re sat in the staffroom, half-eaten biscuit in one hand, half-finished student spreadsheet on the screen. You scroll down a list of names, notes, and numbers, some of which, to your horror, date back to the year David Cameron was still Prime Minister. You mutter to yourself, Why do we still have this data? […]
12 Months, 30+ Enhancements, and One Seriously Upgraded System – Here’s Sentry’s Year in Review Over the past year, we’ve been busy building, refining, and supercharging your system with over 30 significant improvements, each one designed to make your experience more powerful, more intuitive, and, dare we say, a little more enjoyable. Whether you’ve spotted […]
There’s something unmistakable in the air when an inspection is on the horizon. You can feel the hum of preparation in every corridor; policies being printed, classroom displays getting a refresh, and colleagues exchanging knowing glances over the photocopier. It’s all hands-on deck, and every detail matters. But as walls are re-pinned and cupboards reorganised, […]
It’s not every day you hear about global privacy treaties in the staffroom. Between lesson plans, playground duties, and wondering why the photocopier only jams when you’re in a hurry, international data agreements don’t always make it onto the radar. But every now and then, something big happens that’s worth pausing for and, Global CAPE […]
You’ve probably heard it by now, EdTech is booming. From lesson-planning AI to real-time behaviour tracking, schools across the UK are embracing technology faster than ever. Whether it’s a new learning app or a full-blown Management Information System (MIS), the promise is the same: smarter classrooms, less admin, and happier teachers. But here’s the thing, […]
Let’s face it, school leaders today wear a lot of hats. One minute, you’re supporting staff wellbeing; the next, you’re signing off on an EdTech contract, responding to a Subject Access Request, or checking if the new Wi-Fi rollout has encryption (whatever that means, right?). In today’s increasingly digital world, two terms often crop up: […]
If you’ve ever opened your inbox and seen a message from a parent asking for “all the information you hold on my child,” your first thought was probably: “Subject Access Request!” But hold on — not every request for pupil information automatically falls under the UK GDPR. Sometimes, it’s actually a request under education regulations, […]
Over the past 12 months, we’ve been busy behind the scenes, rolling out exciting new features, fine-tuning your favourite tools, and delivering enhancements that make your day-to-day work a little bit smoother (and a lot more efficient). Whether it’s a shiny new module or subtle improvements to existing systems, we’ve been listening to your feedback […]