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Cyber Security Guidance for School Staff
ICT

Posted on 10th February 2026

Cyber Security Guidance for School Staff

Our ICT team has put together useful, timely cyber security guidance for school staff.

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Why Connectivity Is Now a Core School Infrastructure Issue
ICT

Posted on 3rd February 2026

Why Connectivity Is Now a Core School Infrastructure Issue

School connectivity is no longer just an IT concern - it is now core infrastructure. Discover why reliable networks are essential for digital learning, AI tools and cloud platforms, and how SBS helps schools build future-ready, resilient connectivity.

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SBS Connect the Classroom Support: Helping Schools Secure DfE Funding
ICT

Posted on 29th January 2026

SBS Connect the Classroom Support: Helping Schools Secure DfE Funding

DfE Connect the Classroom funding offers schools a major opportunity to upgrade digital infrastructure. Find out how SBS supports schools from application to installation - reducing admin pressure and delivering compliant, future-ready networks.

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Why Schools and Nurseries Need Cyber Security Audits Now More Than Ever
ICT

Posted on 26th September 2025

Why Schools and Nurseries Need Cyber Security Audits Now More Than Ever

Schools hold large volumes of sensitive data on pupils, staff, and finances. This makes them attractive targets for cyber criminals. That’s where an ICT Security Audit comes in.

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Now is the Time to Future-proof Your School IT
ICT

Posted on 6th August 2025

Now is the Time to Future-proof Your School IT

From security risks to performance issues, the consequences of running unsupported or legacy systems are growing—and for schools, the stakes are higher than ever. 

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Case Study: Transforming Learning with 1:1 Devices at St. Bartholomew's CE Multi-Academy Trust
Financial Planning

Posted on 10th February 2025

Case Study: Transforming Learning with 1:1 Devices at St. Bartholomew's CE Multi-Academy Trust

St. Bartholomew's CE Multi-Academy Trust has successfully implemented a 1:1 digital device initiative across its schools. Results have been enhanced accessibility, reduced teacher workload, and improving pupil attainment.

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Power problems affecting LGfL
ICT

Posted on 10th July 2023

Power problems affecting LGfL

Please note that there are power problems affecting one of LGfL's Datacentres today (Monday 10th July)

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IT projects for schools and MATs
ICT

Posted on 7th July 2022

IT projects for schools and MATs

We provide expert IT projects for schools and MATs. We're busy planning key projects for schools and MATs this summer. Find out what they are!

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UK Safer Internet Day 2022
ICT

Posted on 8th February 2022

UK Safer Internet Day 2022

As part of UK Safer Internet Day 2022 we'd like to remind our subscribers of the ways that you can keep your students safe online. 

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Beware! Microsoft Monthly Rollup - January Windows Server Patches
ICT

Posted on 25th January 2022

Beware! Microsoft Monthly Rollup - January Windows Server Patches

Please be aware of January’s latest patches – KB5009624 and KB5009586 as they appear to break your Windows Server 2012r2 Hyper-V Hypervisor.

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Enable students to study anywhere! DfE funded connectivity for schools
ICT

Posted on 25th October 2021

Enable students to study anywhere! DfE funded connectivity for schools

To level the playing field within education SBS are providing schools with SmartSpot® devices to ensure unconnected students can complete homework, research and submit assignments online, wherever they choose to study.

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Why employ a school ICT apprentice? - SBS featured on SBL podcast
ICT

Posted on 23rd September 2021

Why employ a school ICT apprentice? - SBS featured on SBL podcast

Hot on the heels of a series of insightful blogs using his expertise, our ICT Engineer Simon Martin was recently featured on a podcast with Laura Williams discussing the benefits of an ICT apprentice.

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