We are excited to announce that Switchshop will be exhibiting at the upcoming Schools and Academies Show 2025. As a leading provider of networking solutions for the education sector, we are excited to showcase our latest innovations and connect with forward-thinking educators.
Date: 19th - 20th November 2025
Location: NEC, Birmingham
Time: 9:00 - 17:00
Stand: B40
The Schools and Academies Show is one of the UK’s leading education events, providing a one-stop shop for education professionals’ IT and security needs.
Fortinet – Providing robust, high-performance security and networking solutions designed to safeguard and optimise connectivity across educational institutions. With Fortinet’s integrated Security Fabric and AI-driven threat detection, IT teams can proactively identify and mitigate risks while maintaining seamless network performance. Its comprehensive protection ensures compliance with education sector regulations and keeps sensitive student and staff data secure.
HPE Aruba Networking – Delivering wired and wireless solutions that provide both reliable, high-speed connectivity across entire schools. With HPE Aruba Networking‘s proactive troubleshooting and AI-powered management, IT teams can keep networks running smoothly. While the advanced security features help ensure compliance and protect sensitive data with education sector standards.
Acronis – Offering unified backup, disaster recovery and end point protection to help safeguard vital school information against cyber-threats and accidental loss. Whether information is deployed in the cloud or on premise, Acronis solutions include an integrated ransomware protection and rapid restore capabilities, to ensure operations and lessons continue with minimal disruption.
Sky Business – Supporting schools with fast, reliable connectivity to power digital learning, With ultrafast broadband and robust Wi-Fi solutions, Sky Business helps schools to stay connected across classrooms and facilities. Backed by expert support and dependable service, IT teams can focus on delivering seamless learning experiences, while built-in security features help safeguard pupil data and support compliance with education standards.
i3connect – Specialising in a range of interactive displays and collaboration tools that bring teaching to life and also encourage active participation from students. i3connect’s wireless screen-sharing and software make it easy for teachers to integrate with existing classroom technology, supporting both hybrid and in-class learning environments.
RepLog – Supporting schools with secure, cloud-based reporting and safeguarding insights. RepLog removes the complexity and cost of managing on-premises reporting tools, providing detailed internet usage reports and real-time safeguarding alerts to designated staff. As a member of the Internet Watch Foundation (IWF), Switchshop provides dynamic keyword monitoring that includes customer-defined terms, enabling schools to protect their users and maintain compliance.
MySSP – Safeguarding schools with intelligent, scalable network security. Built on an enterprise-grade, cloud-based security platform, MySSP provides the protection and visibility schools need to operate with confidence. Combining user-based filtering with safeguarding intelligence from the IWF, MySSP protects pupils and staff across all sites and devices. With advanced firewalling, ransomware protection, SSL Decryption, and automated reporting, it delivers consistent, compliant security across school networks.
MySSP Onboard – Simplifying secure BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) access for schools. MySSP Onboard delivers certificates seamlessly to staff and students’ devices, enabling quick connection to a secure, monitored network without technical barriers. Supporting all major operating systems and devices, including Android 14+, featuring a branded landing page. Backed by automatic device detection and Switchshops’ 24/7 Service Desk, schools can maintain robust network security and focus on digital learning.
Proactive Monitoring – Extending school IT teams to keep networks running smoothly. Proactive Monitoring provides continuous oversight of supported devices, using machine learning and Switchshop Help Desk integration to deliver alerts, fixes, and predictive insights. Automated ticketing, detailed reporting, and off-site device backups help IT teams maintain network performance, plan for potential failures, and minimise disruption to teaching and learning.
If you can’t attend The Schools and Academies Show, don’t worry! Contact us for a virtual or on-site visit to discuss how Switchshop can help support your school’s journey today.
We look forward to meeting you at this year's The Schools and Academies Show 2025 at NEC, Birmingham where we will be on hand to discuss your IT and cybersecurity requirements.
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