Discover how the latest DfE guidance on Subject Access Requests (SARs) can reduce your school’s administrative workload. Learn key updates, practical tips, and how to ensure compliance with updated tools and policies.
How can schools balance safeguarding and safety when it comes to staff mobile phone use? Explore the challenges and solutions to ensure rapid emergency responses without compromising privacy or accountability.
Discover expert advice on creating effective school timetables that prioritise pupil outcomes, align with curriculum goals, and reflect financial planning. Learn how early planning and community involvement can set the foundation for a successful academic year. Explore our Outsourced Timetabling Service for additional support.
Stay informed with the latest guidance from the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) on the use of biometric data in schools and multi-academy trusts (MATs). This blog outlines the legal obligations, consent requirements, and best practices for safeguarding student and staff biometric information. Learn how to comply with UK GDPR, conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), and implement secure biometric systems, while ensuring transparency and ethical use. Perfect for school leaders and data protection officers looking to protect personal data effectively.
Frequently asked data protection questions asked by schools and education establishments, answered here. Read on…
Explore the latest ICO guidance on sharing staff data during mental health emergencies for school and MAT leaders. Understand when and how to legally share personal information to ensure the safety of individuals while maintaining their privacy. This guide provides essential insights into balancing the urgent need for intervention with the principles of data protection. Discover practical tips for implementing the guidelines within your educational institution. Read now!
SchoolPro TLC data protection updates & alerts for February ’24. DfE Privacy Information Updates, ICO Guidance for Educational Settings, DfE Technology Standards in Education, Data Protection in the News, Regulatory Updates and Resources, plus the Latest SchoolPro TLC Information (including new privacy notices and DPIAs). Read now!
In our updated guide, we delve into the nuances of handling Freedom of Information (FOI) requests. We cover the latest on what constitutes a valid FOI request, emphasise the importance of cybersecurity when responding to requests, and also share best practice for schools to manage FOI requests effectively, ensuring compliance while safeguarding data. Read now!
🎄 Merry Christmas from SchoolPro TLC 🎄 A Christmas Message and a chance to introduce our 2 new staff members. And on top of that, we have a new office number too! Merry Christmas! 🎅 Read now!
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) issued a further response to the Data Protection and Digital Information (No 2) Bill which was reintroduced on 8 March 2023 and has now been through the House of Commons Committee Stage. We have created a summary of the key points. Read now!
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