Date: 8th - 10th May 2025
Location: The Majestic, Harrogate
Switchshop is excited to be attending the Independent Schools Association (ISA) Annual Conference, a prestigious event that brings together independent school leaders from across the UK. As a trusted IT partner for the education sector, we look forward to connecting with school heads, bursars, safeguarding officers, and IT decision-makers to discuss the latest advancements in safeguarding, networking, cybersecurity, and digital infrastructure.
This annual event provides a valuable opportunity for suppliers and service providers to gain a deeper understanding of the evolving priorities and pressures within the independent education sector. It fosters meaningful dialogue between education leaders and technology experts, helping ensure that the solutions implemented in schools remain aligned with their educational, operational, and safeguarding objectives.
At Switchshop, we specialise in providing high-performance networking, security, and IT solutions to independent schools. With almost 20 years of experience, we understand the unique challenges faced by schools in delivering secure, seamless, and scalable IT infrastructure that supports both teaching and administration.
We work closely with schools to design, implement, and support bespoke solutions that:
Reduce IT complexity and operational costs
By partnering with leading technology providers, we deliver future-proof, enterprise-grade solutions tailored to schools.
In today’s digital learning environments, safeguarding extends beyond the classroom. Schools need robust, intelligent IT systems that help protect students, staff and sensitive data – while also meeting regulatory requirement.
At Switchshop, we work with closely with independent schools to ensure that their IT infrastructure not only supports teaching and administration but also plays a vital role in safeguarding students and staff. We partner with leading technology providers to offer security, visibility and compliance solutions that help schools meet their safeguarding responsibilities.
We support safeguarding in schools by:
– Delivering real-time monitoring and alerts with RepLog, offering in-depth web filtering, antivirus, and application control reports through Fortinet firewall integration.
– Deploying Fortinet FortiGate firewalls for robust cybersecurity, real-time threat detection and secure network management.
– Collaborating with the Internet Watch Foundation (IWF) to help schools block harmful content using dynamic keyword filtering and regular URL updates.
– Ensuring compliance with data protection standards, with certifications like ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials to protect sensitive information.
– Providing managed services like MySSP and CBaaS, tailored to the education sector for secure, scalable and proactive IT support.
Through these measures, Switchshop assists schools in creating a secure digital environment that supports both educational objectives and the safeguarding of students.
The Independent Schools Association (ISA) Annual Conference is a flagship event for independent school leaders, offering a dynamic programme of keynote speeches, workshops, and networking opportunities. The conference provides a platform for thought leadership and best practices, helping school heads and senior leaders navigate the ever-changing education landscape.
Each year, the conference addresses key themes such as:
The future of independent education and policy changes
EdTech and digital transformation in schools
Well-being and mental health for students and staff
Sustainability and school operations
Attendees will have the chance to engage with industry experts, solution providers, and fellow educators, gaining invaluable insights to drive innovation within their schools.
As schools increasingly rely on digital solutions for learning, security, and administration, it’s crucial to have a reliable IT partner that understands your needs. Visit Switchshop at the ISA Annual Conference to:
We look forward to meeting you at the ISA Annual Conference 2025!
We look forward to meeting you at this year's The ISA Annual Conference 2025 at The Majestic, Harrogate where we will be on hand to discuss your IT and cybersecurity requirements.
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