Management Information Systems, have come a long way since the days when they simply tracked learner details and recorded attendance.

School MIS now hold a wealth of information that is crucial to the smooth running of schools and Trusts and enables leaders to feel confident in their decision making.

Today, the potential for data to be used to improve educational outcomes and positively impact the lives of children and families, both inside and outside of the classroom, is huge! 

At iCT4, we are unique in that we offer impartial advice to schools on the main players in schools MIS, backed a local service with a truly human touch. 

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Here are just a few of the ‘must have’ features we see making a difference in schools today:  

Remote access 

Most of our MIS partners are all cloud-based meaning that teachers and support staff can see learners progress in real-time, wherever they are.

This means they are able to make informed decisions quickly, leading to maximum impact on learner success. For leaders, remote access to data all in one place, is a game changer and helps see ‘the big picture’ as well as the detail! 

This enables quick identification of trends as well as the ability to delve into the detail when it matters. 

Communication App for parents 

Nowadays, parents demand regular, clear, consistent communications with schools. 

A multitude of apps or platforms can cause confusion and lead to disengagement with key messages. However, school communication can be streamlined through an MIS system such as IRIS, Arbor or Bromcom, all built with parental communication in mind.

From payments and bookings to attendance and academic records, having a 'go-to' app for parents is proven to strengthen the relationship between parent and school as well as streamlining administration tasks and enabling rapid response for those children and families most at need. 

A more personalised approach

MIS systems enable schools to provide educational provision and planning that is bespoke to individual learners as well as providing analysis of their progress. This ensures that learners receive the support they need to succeed.

This personalised approach to data and neede anlysis is certainly something we will see more of as AI offers possibilities to enhance these tools still further.