IT SUPPORT FOR
INDEPENDENT
SCHOOLS
LONDON · 4.9★
Specialist managed IT for independent schools, prep schools, and boarding schools. Cyber Essentials, GDPR compliance, classroom tech support, iPad/MacBook management, campus Wi-Fi, and MIS integration — with term-time SLAs that protect every lesson.
IT services for
independent schools
Cyber Security & Safeguarding IT
ISI and Ofsted-aligned cyber security — content filtering, safeguarding IT controls, DfE KCSIE compliance, and Cyber Essentials certification for independent schools.
Campus Network & Wi-Fi
High-density Wi-Fi for classrooms, boarding houses, sports facilities, and common areas. Managed network with VLAN segmentation between staff, student, and guest traffic.
Classroom Technology Support
Interactive displays, projectors, Apple TV, and classroom AV — rapid response support so lessons are never disrupted. Device management for iPads and Chromebooks.
GDPR & Data Protection
Schools hold sensitive pupil data, medical records, and safeguarding files. We implement data protection controls, staff training, and manage your DPIA process.
Staff & Pupil Device Management
MDM deployment via Intune or Jamf for staff MacBooks and Windows PCs. Centrally managed iPad fleets for pupils — zero-touch deployment at start of term.
MIS & iSAMS / SIMS Integration
IT infrastructure aligned to your Management Information System — iSAMS, SIMS, Engage, or SchoolBase. Network and printing integration, SSO, and data backup.
IT support that understands
the independent school sector
Independent schools are not like commercial businesses. You operate year-round but in terms. Your IT failures happen in front of pupils and parents, not just colleagues. Your data includes sensitive safeguarding files, medical records, and fee payment information. Your ISI inspection could happen at any time.
Most MSPs treat schools like SME offices. We don't. Coreitech designs IT environments specifically for the independent school context — term-aligned maintenance windows, boarding house networks, parent communication platforms, and MIS integration that the bursar and registrar actually use.
We cover London and the South East — from London day schools in Kensington, Chelsea, and Notting Hill to boarding schools in Surrey, Kent, and Hertfordshire.
Common questions
Do you work with independent schools specifically, or just general schools?
We specialise in independent schools — prep schools, senior schools, boarding schools, and all-through schools. We understand ISI inspection requirements, the Charity Commission governance expectations, and the specific software used in the independent sector (iSAMS, ISAMS, Engage).
Can you help us achieve Cyber Essentials certification?
Yes. Cyber Essentials is increasingly required by independent schools for cyber insurance and ISI compliance. We run the entire process — gap assessment, remediation, and certification submission — with a 100% first-time pass rate.
How do you handle IT support during term time vs. holidays?
We provide full support during term time with enhanced response SLAs. During holidays, we use the downtime for infrastructure upgrades, network maintenance, and device reimaging — planned around your academic calendar.
Can you manage our iPad and MacBook fleet?
Yes. We manage Apple device fleets of any size via Jamf or Apple School Manager. Zero-touch deployment means new iPads are ready for pupils on day one of term — no IT staff required at setup.
We have a boarding house — how do you handle residential IT?
Boarding house IT is a specific area of expertise. We design and manage separate residential networks with appropriate content filtering, parental controls, bandwidth management, and student device management for BYOD environments.
What is your response time for IT issues during lessons?
For classroom IT failures (projector, interactive display, network drop), our response SLA is 15 minutes — guaranteed in contract. We understand that a teacher standing in front of 25 pupils with a broken display cannot wait 4 hours.
Looking for IT support for your independent school?
Talk to Coreitech. We'll audit your current IT environment, identify gaps against ISI and KCSIE requirements, and give you a clear picture of what's needed — no obligation.