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IT Support Standards – what good looks like in practice.

The DfE has added IT support to its digital and technology standards. We look at what the standard asks of colleges and academy trusts, where support services commonly fall short, and how to prepare for the annual review.

By drew.keavey, 2 weeks09/10/2026 ago
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Meeting Digital and Technology Standards – what’s changed in 2026.

The DfE has made a series of changes to its digital and technology standards this year, covering cyber security, filtering and monitoring, and wireless networks. We look at what has changed and what colleges and academy trusts should do about it.

By drew.keavey, 2 weeks04/10/2026 ago
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East Kent College Group

We recently undertook an engagement for East Kent College Group to help them with a view of their IT support services and areas for improvement.

By drew.keavey, 2 years17/03/2025 ago
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Meeting digital and technology standards in schools and colleges – Part One

A look over the Department of Educations documents outlining standards and timescales for implementing IT infrastructure that meets the needs of students in schools and colleges. In part one we look at broadband-related standards.

By drew.keavey, 4 years06/10/2022 ago
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