School IT, safeguarding, filtering and DfE technology standards advice for UK schools and trusts.https://nextgen-it.co.uk/en-gbhttps://nextgen-it.co.uk/filtering-and-monitoring-kcsie-2026/https://nextgen-it.co.uk/filtering-and-monitoring-kcsie-2026/KCSIE 2026 tightens the annual filtering and monitoring review. What the DfE filtering and monitoring standards for schools now expect, and a checklist.Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTFiltering & MonitoringSafeguardingDfE Standardshttps://nextgen-it.co.uk/why-schools-are-moving-away-from-mpls-to-sd-wan-vpn-and-what-it-means-for-you/https://nextgen-it.co.uk/why-schools-are-moving-away-from-mpls-to-sd-wan-vpn-and-what-it-means-for-you/For years MPLS was the go-to for linking school sites together. Here's why schools are moving to SD-WAN and VPN, and what it means for you.Sat, 11 Apr 2026 07:47:26 GMTConnectivityhttps://nextgen-it.co.uk/is-scratch-really-safe-for-schools-heres-what-you-need-to-know/https://nextgen-it.co.uk/is-scratch-really-safe-for-schools-heres-what-you-need-to-know/Scratch has become the go-to platform for teaching coding in primary and secondary schools. On the surface, it’s brilliant — it’s free, fun, and helps…Fri, 04 Jul 2025 14:01:35 GMTOnline SafetySafeguardinghttps://nextgen-it.co.uk/phishing-alert-for-schools-hackers-impersonating-headteachers-using-real-email-accounts/https://nextgen-it.co.uk/phishing-alert-for-schools-hackers-impersonating-headteachers-using-real-email-accounts/In recent weeks, we’ve seen a sharp increase in phishing emails targeting schools, and this time, the attackers are stepping up their game.Wed, 11 Jun 2025 11:48:36 GMTCyber Securityhttps://nextgen-it.co.uk/the-mat-storefront-smarter-licensing-for-smarter-it-teams/https://nextgen-it.co.uk/the-mat-storefront-smarter-licensing-for-smarter-it-teams/In a Multi-Academy Trust (MAT), the IT team is often the engine that keeps everything running — managing devices, safeguarding students, keeping networks…Fri, 16 May 2025 10:30:45 GMTLicensingMATshttps://nextgen-it.co.uk/microsoft-a1-license-just-disappeared/https://nextgen-it.co.uk/microsoft-a1-license-just-disappeared/Microsoft is discontinuing Office 365 A1 Plus, leaving many schools looking for an affordable alternative. Here is what has changed and what to do next.Mon, 15 Jul 2024 21:00:41 GMTMicrosoft 365Licensinghttps://nextgen-it.co.uk/partnershipallpointsfibre/https://nextgen-it.co.uk/partnershipallpointsfibre/Next Generation IT has partnered with AllPoints Fibre to provide CityFibre lines to schools across West Yorkshire, transforming school connectivity.Fri, 15 Sep 2023 12:32:49 GMTConnectivityNewshttps://nextgen-it.co.uk/11-tips-on-making-your-school-cyber-secure/https://nextgen-it.co.uk/11-tips-on-making-your-school-cyber-secure/Eleven practical steps to make your school more cyber secure, from backing up data and strong passwords to safe remote working and spotting phishing emails.Tue, 07 Mar 2023 22:05:53 GMTCyber Securityhttps://nextgen-it.co.uk/moving-away-from-ict4leeds-connectivity-and-smoothwall/https://nextgen-it.co.uk/moving-away-from-ict4leeds-connectivity-and-smoothwall/It has recently been announced that the services of ICT4Leeds are to be deceased and Leeds city council are looking to ask schools to change providers…Thu, 26 Jan 2023 17:35:49 GMTConnectivityFiltering & Monitoringhttps://nextgen-it.co.uk/choosing-the-right-broadband-connectivity-package-for-your-school/https://nextgen-it.co.uk/choosing-the-right-broadband-connectivity-package-for-your-school/Choosing the right broadband connectivity package for a school can be a daunting task, but it is an important decision that can have a significant impact…Thu, 29 Dec 2022 15:26:06 GMTConnectivityhttps://nextgen-it.co.uk/how-to-secure-your-schools-microsoft-and-or-google-tenant/https://nextgen-it.co.uk/how-to-secure-your-schools-microsoft-and-or-google-tenant/A handy guide to help your school secure its Microsoft 365 and/or Google Workspace tenancy, protecting staff and pupil accounts from attack.Tue, 19 Jul 2022 20:10:19 GMTCyber SecurityMicrosoft 365https://nextgen-it.co.uk/microsoft-licensing-for-schools/https://nextgen-it.co.uk/microsoft-licensing-for-schools/Schools have a few options when subscribing to Microsoft products. We explore the licensing options to help you choose the best fit for your school.Sun, 15 Sep 2019 15:31:07 GMTMicrosoft 365Licensinghttps://nextgen-it.co.uk/ipadsintheclassroom/https://nextgen-it.co.uk/ipadsintheclassroom/So, your about to introduce ipads into the classroom, on the surface it seems a simple task but as you uncover the capabilities of the devices you will…Mon, 02 Sep 2019 15:30:37 GMTClassroom Technology