In an era of digital communication, schools must prioritize data protection. Drawing lessons from the recent ICO reprimand to NHS Lanarkshire for their unauthorised use of WhatsApp, this article delves into the significance of establishing clear communication protocols. Discover the potential pitfalls of popular messaging apps and understand the essential steps schools should take to safeguard sensitive data and maintain trust within their communities. Read more here!
SchoolPro TLC data protection updates & alerts for July '23. Latest SAR guidance, advice to avoid ICO reprimands, latest on the Children's Code, data protection issues, and SchoolPro TLC news. Read now!
Read about our FREE new audit tool that allows you to assess your school, college or MAT against the DfE's 'Cyber Security Standards for Schools and Colleges'. Discover more here!
June 21st is Show Your Stripes Day. It is a day to literally โ€˜show your stripesโ€™ and spread awareness of climate change. This year is the 6th Show Your Stripes Day and we wanted to show our stripes and have a conversation with you about climate change: Read now!
SchoolPro TLC explore key lessons from a recent ICO reprimand following a data breach in a UK primary school. Understand how to enhance your school's data protection strategies with our actionable checklist, ensuring robust security for sensitive information and compliance with UK GDPR. Read now!
SchoolPro TLC outline of the Information Commissioner's Office's (ICO's) recent blog post on handling Subject Access Requests (SARs) for UK schools, colleges and MATs. Learn about the importance of timely responses, the risk of non-compliance, and how this affects schools. Stay informed about data protection responsibilities, common misunderstandings around SARs, and the implications of failing to comply, based on the latest report and enforcement actions by the ICO. Read now!