Multi Academy Trusts

Tailored ICT Services for Multi Academy Trusts

With decades of experience, the Schools ICT Unit has evolved its service portfolio to meet the diverse and growing needs of Multi Academy Trusts (MATs). Our approach is rooted in industry-standard solutions, ensuring security, usability, and adaptability customised to meet the requirements of both individual academies and the trust as a whole. 

Optional subscription services include:

Strategic Advice and Guidance 

• Expert insights into the advantages of being part of a trust. 
• Support with procurement efficiencies, process streamlining, and regulatory compliance. 

Flexible Telephony Solutions 

• Voice systems tailored to trust-wide requirements and individual site flexibility. 
• Easily relocatable handsets that adapt to each academy’s layout and needs. 

Trust-Wide Network Infrastructure 

• The design, build, and maintenance of robust network infrastructure, whether using local servers or transitioning to the cloud. 
• Leveraging high-speed highly secure wide area networks (WAN) to connect schools seamlessly across the trust and beyond. 

Dedicated Onsite Support 

• Shared onsite technicians across the trust. 
• Direct access to nominated support staff for focused, high-quality service tailored to each academy’s needs. 

Unified User and Device Management

• Centralised platform for users, groups, devices, and applications across all academies.
• Consistent authentication, permissions, and security policies—delivering a uniform user experience, regardless of site.

Secure and Collaborative Office 365 Tenancy 

• Deployment of a single Office 365 tenancy with built-in security and user-focused configuration. 
• Designed to enhance collaboration, productivity, and support the strategic goals of the trust. 

MIS Standardisation and Support 

• Assistance in configuring and utilising MIS platforms across the trust. 
• Establishing consistent processes and procedures for efficient, scalable data management. 

Backed by Multi Academy Trust SLA’s  

• We offer the flexibility of a trust-wide SLA while also providing tailored SLA options for individual academies where needed.