As schools across the UK continue to embrace technology in the classroom, there’s a growing need to ensure that tech tools are not just available but optimised for maximum benefit. However, managing technology across a single school—or even a Multi-Academy Trust (MAT)—can be daunting. How can you be sure that your existing technology is truly enhancing learning, rather than adding to workloads or becoming inefficient? This is where Our Learning Cloud’s free tech audit service steps in.
Why Your School Needs a Tech Audit
If you’ve ever felt that your school’s tech isn’t working as well as it should, you’re not alone. Many schools struggle with outdated hardware, underused software, or simply not knowing how to get the most from their investment. A tech audit helps solve these issues by offering a comprehensive review of everything from hardware and software to teacher training needs.
Our Learning Cloud’s free tech audit does just that, and more. We examine the technology infrastructure across your school or MAT, identifying areas of improvement, inefficiencies, and opportunities to streamline your tech for better learning outcomes. Whether it’s outdated computers, software subscriptions going unused, or staff who need additional training to get the most from your systems, our audit will give you a clear path forward.
What Does Our Free Tech Audit Include?
- Hardware Evaluation: We’ll take stock of your existing devices—computers, interactive boards, projectors, and more. We’ll look for opportunities to optimise use, reduce energy consumption, and make recommendations for replacements where necessary.
- Software and Cloud Solutions: Are your cloud solutions being used to their full potential? Are there software tools that could enhance teaching but remain underutilised? Our audit will identify gaps and suggest ways to maximise efficiency.
- Teacher Training Gaps: Even the best technology won’t make a difference if staff aren’t confident using it. We’ll highlight areas where bespoke training could empower your teachers to use technology more effectively and make recommendations on where targeted support can enhance your team’s skills.
- Environmental Impact: With sustainability at the forefront of many school strategies, we’ll assess the energy efficiency of your tech infrastructure and suggest greener alternatives that could save you money and lower your carbon footprint.
- Security Check: Cybersecurity is a growing concern for schools. We’ll review your current protections and identify potential risks, ensuring that your school stays safe from online threats.
The Benefits of Optimised Technology
When technology works well, it can dramatically improve classroom efficiency and teacher productivity. Here are a few benefits you can expect after undergoing a tech audit:
- Improved Learning Outcomes: When teachers have the right tools and know how to use them effectively, students benefit from more engaging and interactive lessons.
- Reduced Teacher Workload: Streamlining tech use in schools can help reduce the time teachers spend troubleshooting or working with inefficient systems, allowing them to focus more on teaching.
- Cost Savings: From energy-efficient devices to eliminating unused software, our audit will uncover ways to save your school money without compromising on quality.
- Enhanced Security: Keeping your students’ and staff’s data safe is a priority, and we’ll help ensure your systems are protected from the latest threats.
How to Get Started
At Our Learning Cloud, we understand that every school is different. That’s why our tech audits are designed to give you a bespoke overview of your current setup and practical advice on how to improve it. The best part? We offer this service completely free of charge. Our goal is to empower schools to use technology in ways that truly benefit both teachers and students, helping to make classrooms more efficient, secure, and enjoyable places to learn.
Ready to optimise your school’s tech? Book your free tech audit with Our Learning Cloud today and take the first step towards a smarter, more efficient learning environment.
Contact us now to schedule your audit, and let’s start transforming your tech for the better.