Understanding Encrypted Client Hello and its Impact on Filtering

A new privacy technology called Encrypted Client Hello (ECH) is on the horizon, and while it enhances online privacy for users, it could present challenges for schools when it comes to web filtering and safeguarding. We’ve created a comprehensive guide to help you understand what ECH is, how it works, and most importantly, how it […]
Webinar: Digital Safeguarding for Schools

Free Webinar Wednesday 5th February 2025 4.00pm – 5.00pm Book Your Place Safeguarding for Schools – Making Filtering & Monitoring Software Work For You Diving into detail on how to get the most out of your digital safeguarding services, this webinar is an absolute must-see for Designated Safeguarding Leads, Senior members of staff responsible for […]
DfE Updates: Filtering & Monitoring Standards

The Department for Education’s Filtering and Monitoring Standards for Schools and Colleges were updated in October 2024 to reflect the changing digital landscape and provide greater clarity on some key issues. In a nutshell, the standards are: 1. Identify and assign roles and responsibilities to manage your filtering and monitoring systems 2. Review your filtering […]
Schools Broadband 2024 ISPA Awards Winner

Schools Broadband Wins “Best Customer Data and Network Security Award” at 2024 ISPA Awards Schools Broadband is proud to announce that we have won the prestigious “Best Customer Data and Network Security” category at the 2024 ISPA Awards. This marks our second consecutive win in the security category and our eighth overall ISPA Award. Recognised […]
Webinar: Choosing Your New Provider

Free Webinars for Schools Choosing the right broadband provider With many local authority broadband providers ceasing their services, it’s time to start placing orders for your new provider. Join our webinar to find out everything you need to know when it comes to choosing your next provider. Our friendly team will be on hand to […]
Bradford Schools Event: Choosing Your New Provider

A free event for Bradford schools Midland Hotel, Cheapside, Bradford BD1 4HUWednesday 27th November1.00pm-2.30pm Choosing the right broadband provider BLN is ceasing its broadband services this coming March. Join us for a free event specially tailored for Bradford schools, to find out everything you need to know when it comes to choosing your next provider. […]
Schools Broadband Wins Community Award at Raising the Bar Awards

We are thrilled to announce that Schools Broadband has been named the winner of The Community Award for Medium Size Businesses at the Raising the Bar Awards, hosted by the West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce. This is a testament to our company’s ongoing commitment to making a meaningful impact in our local community. […]
Webinar: Safeguarding for Schools

Free Webinar Wednesday 23rd October 4.00pm – 5.00pm Book Your Place Safeguarding for Schools – Making Filtering & Monitoring Software Work For You Diving into detail on how to get the most out of your digital safeguarding services, this webinar is an absolute must-see for Designated Safeguarding Leads, Senior members of staff responsible for procuring […]
ISO 27001 Re-Certification Success

Talk Straight, Trading as Schools Broadband is Awarded ISO 27001 Re-Certification Success with a Mature and Effective Security Management System We are pleased to announce that Talk Straight, trading as Schools Broadband has successfully passed our re-certification for the ISO 27001 Information Security Management System accreditation AND upgrade to ISO 27001:2022, conducted by the UKAS […]
Free Seminar for Liverpool Schools

Free Seminar: Choosing Smarter Value BroadbandThursday 7th November 9.00am – 11.00am The Mansion HouseCalderstones Park, Liverpool, L18 3JB Complimentary tea, coffee and pastries Book Your Place Some school broadband contracts in the Liverpool area will end this coming March 2025, giving you the opportunity to switch to a better value provider. To transition to a […]