Technology for Education

Discover our complete managed IT and communication solutions for schools, multi-academy trusts (MATs), colleges and universities. We take care of all your technology needs.

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Technology is central to education and running a school, college, or university. Having a technology partner you can trust to provide advice and support is crucial. Many educational establishments don’t have an in-house IT department, or you might have a small team requiring additional assistance.

With Croft’s managed IT and communications support for education, you get regular, scheduled visits from a skilled technician. You’ll get to know them well, as we endeavour to send the same person every time - so they’ll get to know your systems and requirements.

Your technician is there to support you with everything related to IT in your school, no matter the size of the problem. They will resolve issues that may have arisen since the last visit and carry out planned IT maintenance tasks to keep everything running smoothly.

Our single-point-of-contact account management model takes the pain out of dealing with multiple suppliers. Our goal is always to seek out the best value for our customers.

The solutions we provide are built around your current requirements, with the flexibility to grow alongside your organisation.

We do all the hard work for you.

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We support a range of educational organisations across the UK

Some of our clients

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Solutions

Our Education Solutions

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Education IT Support

We work with all schools and educational settings, including multi-academy trusts, preparatory, private, and independent schools as well as local authorities.

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IT Procurement

We source reliable and high-quality IT products for schools, including dependable hardware and up-to-date software that fits your school’s budget.

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Visitor Management Systems

We'll keep your visitor management system secure and reliable, configuring the system to meet your needs, while offering troubleshooting support.

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An approved Supplier to Everything ICT

We understand the procurement process for IT support in schools and are an approved supplier within the Everything ICT framework.

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Education Phone Systems

Cloud-hosted school phone systems with voice, video, and messaging in one. Affordable, reliable, and built to keep your school connected from anywhere.

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Network Cabling and WiFi

We design and implement robust, secure network cabling and WiFi, providing strong foundations for online learning and administrative tasks.

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AV Solutions

Our IT support experts for education will ensure that your audiovisual equipment is set up to support teaching and learning.

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KCSiE (Keeping Children Safe in Education)

KCSiE requirements is a key part of IT support for education. We’ll ensure that systems are secure, reliable, and compliant.

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Data Security and Privacy

We prioritise the safety of student and staff data. Using advanced cyber security measures and compliance regulations information is safeguarded.

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Cloud Backup and Disaster Recovery

Safeguarding critical school data is paramount, we implement reliable backup and recovery solutions, protecting you against potential data loss.

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Connectivity

Croft delivers fast and secure connectivity that ensures your institution has networks built for modern learning and student success.

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Education Frameworks

Access secure, compliant IT solutions through Everything ICT, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), and Crown Commercial Service Supplier education frameworks.

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Martyn's Law

Adhering to Martyn’s Law helps schools prepare for potential terrorist threats. Organisations have until 3 April to implement measures to comply with the new legislation

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Mobile and IoT

Mobile and IoT solutions providing reliable, easy-to-manage connectivity across all major networks. Staff and students stay connected, devices secure, and data is cost-effective.

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IT Security

Croft’s IT security protects schools and colleges by securing networks, safeguarding data, controlling access, ensuring compliance, and responding to cyber threats.

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Croft delivers managed IT and communication solutions for schools, MATs, colleges, and universities. We ensure you have reliable and cost-effective technology that supports memorable teaching and learning.

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Schools

Our comprehensive education solutions are ideal for supporting both state and private schools.

By working with you, we aim to provide cost-effective and tailored solutions that will ensure your data and networks remain secure.

Our skilled engineers will allow you to benefit from the latest advances in digital learning using their ongoing support across cloud, communications, networks, cyber security, IT support, and audio-visual solutions.

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MATs

For multi-academy trusts, our education solutions provide consistent, cost-effective management across all school sites.

This ensures services are consolidated and spending is optimised using a future-proofed technology strategy that is scalable and tailored to your needs.

You can have the confidence that any problems will be resolved quickly using a single point of contact and 24/7 support.

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Colleges

We provide bespoke education solutions for colleges that guarantee your infrastructure is secure and functions seamlessly across departments and devices.

Our experienced engineers can collaborate with your in-house team or act as your dedicated managed service provider.

You can rely on us to keep your staff and students connected while securing their personal data.

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Universities

Focusing on solutions designed to transform education, our solutions are tailored to meet the complex infrastructure needs of universities.

We work alongside you to develop an IT strategy that drives learning while providing reliable, secure access across campuses and other locations.

Using our wealth of experience, we deliver fast support that prevents costly disruptions and ensures smooth operations.

Testimonials

What our education clients say

The support they provided in rationalising the infrastructure and then, very carefully, relocating to the new office was invaluable. A safe pair of hands both metaphorically and literally!

NEC

Paul Cooper, Head of Technology

The staff were happy using Mitel technology from the outset. The only thing I regret is that we didn’t do it sooner! Mitel and Croft solutions are very responsive, and I would highly recommend them.

Gloucestershire College

Shane Elliot, Network Manager

The whole team at Croft have been very helpful and made the transition of our telephone system support very smooth. I would recommend Croft to any other schools and organisations.

The King's (The Cathedral) School

Paul Lennon, ICT Systems Engineer

Croft always goes the extra mile to help us solve a problem. They know our school’s needs and balances with our budget. Very bespoke service—we feel Croft are completely behind us and we are getting the best of what is available to us.

Downshall Primary School

Ian Bennett, Headteacher

We just had a new phone system installed at our school. The team from Croft – both from the planning and execution side—were faultless. Great people to deal with, who ensured installation was during half-term to provide minimal disruption. Thoroughly recommend Croft!

Mary Exton Primary School

Glen Papworth, Finance Officer

We love Croft! (especially Eileen). We have used them for years and wouldn’t dream of moving. We recently updated our phone systems across our trust; the process was so smooth, and the engineers were lovely and knowledgeable. Speaking with everyone across the team is always a joy, and our account manager, Eileen, is the nicest person in the world. She’s always at the end of the phone if we need anything and recommends things she thinks we would be interested in. The recommendations are always helping us to streamline our business and services we provide.

Genesis Educational Trust

Ellen Hanley, Office Manager

We have been dealing with this company for a number of years. We have found them to be helpful, polite, and knowledgeable. They persevere in finding solutions to challenges and are willing to work with us to tailor the system to our needs. The engineers know our site well, and the account manager maintains a helpful overview.

Sisters of Jesus Way (Convent)

Sister Louise

As a school, we have worked with Croft for a number of years. I always look forward to speaking to Eileen, our accounts manager. Eileen is professional, courteous, and friendly; she, along with all her colleagues that I have dealt with, are very helpful and go above and beyond. Thank you Eileen, Simon, and Kevin.

Cockernhoe Endowed C of E Primary School

Karen Cheetham

Croft are a Ronseal company – they do exactly what they say! Croft is a great company, and as expected, we had a flawless installation of our new telephone system!

Morden Mount Primary School

Olive De Marzo, Senior Admin Officer

Croft made the possibilities of using virtual reality in the classroom real! Through their expert knowledge we were able to really imagine how our teaching staff could use new ways of teaching and learning to fully engage learners.

Brent Start

Raymond Logue, MIS and Funding Strategy Manager

Excellent company to work with! We have had a wonderful experience with Croft. Any queries we have had have been answered quickly and effectively. We highly recommend Croft and their excellent service!

Holmer Green Junior School

Nikki Mitchell, School Business Manager

An education technology partner you can trust

Accreditations

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