Manchester exhibitors

Friday 03 September 2010
The ICT for Education Conference 2010: Manchester

Friday 15th October 2010 • Hilton Deansgate, Manchester
Exhibitors

An exhibition of ICT suppliers, related organisations and charities will run throughout the day alongside the conference. Below are the confirmed companies exhibiting at Manchester.




2Simple Software

2Simple Software has been committed to supporting teaching and learning for over a decade and continues its mission to create high-quality, simple yet powerful, creative software for children from age 3 upwards. 2Simple has become a household name in
education and currently supply to 75% of UK schools.
 
2Simple’s ethos is to keep IT simple; making high quality software that is simple enough for anyone to use but powerful enough to meet the needs of all users. There are currently 35 programs in the 2Simple range, covering Literacy, Numeracy, Animation, Art, Music, Modern Foreign Languages, Multimedia Authoring and ICT Assessment to name but a few!
 
2Simple’s latest program 2Create A Superstory enables primary children to bring their own multimedia story creations to life through the use of exciting, versatile tools and templates. Schools can trial 2Create A Superstory and all other 2Simple programs on a free 30 day trial.
 
2Simple online tools are now available to trial offering access at school and home for children and teachers.
 
For more information, contact 2Simple on 020 8203 1781 or email andy@2simple.com
  


Alfiesoft

Alfiesoft provide online assessments supporting progression in English, Maths, Science, PLTS and Learning to Learn.

Alfie (Assessing Learners For Informed Education) delivers assessments that produce pupil and group reports based on the National Curriculum programmes of study and National Strategies. Alfie is ideal for day-to-day formative assessment, periodic assessment using APP criteria and end of year testing or SATS prep.  Alfie contains over 7,000 questions licensed from the QCA, containing accurate curriculum matching and levelling and cover English, Maths and Science KS1-3.  Using Alfie qbank teachers can assemble their own tests that exactly match their teaching. Alfie integrates with SIMS, Facility and Integris MIS systems.

Third party relationships include Collins Education (for GCSE Maths), GL Assessment and TLO. Our recently launched Blaze range with TLO provides online assessment of PLTS and BLP (Building Learning Power).

For more info contact sales@alfiesoft.com or telephone 01702 393255
www.alfiesoft.com
  

Altodigital

Established in 1975, Altodigital is one of the largest, independent suppliers of digital print and document solutions in the UK.

As a Buying Solutions supplier, the national procurement partner for UK public services, we offer an independent consultative service.  Our expertise lies in managing print and copy environments to help organisations large and small minimise costs and raise their productivity.

We offer a total print management service, a structured procedure providing a balanced deployment of single and multi-functional devices.  This starts with an initial assessment through print audit, recommendation, installation and implementation, as well as comprehensive support services.  

If you would like to learn more about how Altodigital can help to improve
your print strategy, whilst reducing costs, please call us 0845 504 5353 or
email marketing@altodigital.com

www.altodigital.com
  


BehaviourWatch

Improve behaviour to enhance the learning experience

Tracking behaviour can be very time-consuming. Managing all of the information can be even more daunting. As the paper piles up, can you really say that you’re effectively handling the reporting of incidents, let alone manage them? What would happen if information goes missing, or is recorded incorrectly, or not even acted upon? With web-based electronic forms, you could be recording incidents as they happen then automatically emailing them to relevant staff, leading to a paperless environment. With rich and detailed analysis, you would be able to improve classroom behaviour and the learning experience.

BehaviourWatch is an advanced web-based system which allows teachers to log behaviour incidents online and eliminates the need for paper-based reports. When incidents are logged automatic emails will immediately alert relevant staff and intelligent analysis enables quick identification of areas of concern. Most importantly the system is completely tailored to the individual school's needs.
  


Bose in Education

In the modern teaching environment, ever increasing class sizes has made keeping pupils engaged and working effectively a harder task than ever before. Sound reinforcement is becoming increasingly the norm in both schools and higher education, with audio integrating with other technologies such as whiteboards and screens to ensure that all students benefit from the learning resources that are presented to them.  

Bose® offers solutions that will direct sound where it is needed, engaging students with just the right amount of clarity and volume, without  intruding on adjoining classrooms.  From stand-alone systems such as the Wave® Music System or SoundDock® for iPod®, to multimedia computer speakers that fill the room with high quality sound from any computer programme, and installed speakers that can link to a whiteboard or screen, even those at the back of the room will be able to hear every word and every note clearly.

Additionally, sound can be used to create a calming atmosphere in areas such as corridors and spaces where students congregate for lunch or social activities.

Lecture halls, auditoriums and school assembly halls can also benefit from a Bose solution, with sophisticated control of often complex requirements offered by the Bose ControlSpace® ESP-88 DSP audio management system.  This gives huge flexibility, allowing the system to be switched from assembly mode to presentation or performance mode at the flick of a switch.

Email: uk_education@bose.com
Website: www.bose.co.uk
  




British Nutrition Foundation

Food – a fact of life is the British Nutrition Foundation’s designated education programme which provides free, high quality resources through its website www.foodafactoflife.org to support those involved in the teaching of food and nutrition.
 
The British Nutrition Foundation (BNF) was established over 40 years ago and exists to deliver authoritative, evidence-based information on food and nutrition in the context of health and lifestyle. BNF’s work is conducted and communicated through a unique blend of nutrition science, education and media activities. BNF’s strong governance is broad-based but weighted towards the academic community. 

BNF is a registered charity that attracts funding from a variety of sources, including contracts with the European Commission, national government departments and agencies; food producers and manufacturers, retailers and food service companies; grant providing bodies, trusts and other charities. Further details about our work, governance and funding can be found on our websites.
  

Channel 4 Learning and Espresso Education

Channel 4 Learning is demonstrating Clipbank, the ‘learning service’ for secondary. Clipbank goes beyond being ‘just’ a video clip archive – each clip is selected for its curriculum relevance and provides teachers professional support.
 
Espresso Primary is the UK’s leading digital curriculum service where teachers find a wealth of video clips, multimedia activities, printable resources, News Bites, cross-curricular Resource Boxes and teacher support.
 
Both Clipbank and Espresso Primary now include an ‘embed code’ feature enabling users to display and play clips within learning platforms. Home access for teachers and students to extend learning opportunities and promote parental engagement is also available.
 
For further information on Espresso Education and Clipbank,
please contact us on 0800 0345 200 (option2) or at info@espresso.co.uk
  

Classroom Monitor

The most widely used APP assessment tool in the UK. The award winning Classroom Monitor supports assessment for learning, pupil tracking and real-time reporting to parents. Based around simple teacher markbooks – which allow teachers to record pupil progress, feed teacher assessment into pupil tracking, record evidence, set targets and attach lesson plans and resources to assessment.

As teachers build up assessments, teachers can create a personalised draft report to parents. Online reporting to parents ready for the 2010 – 2012 government deadlines will be released in the summer of 2010. Classroom Monitor covers all frameworks from Nursery – Secondary (EYFS, P-Scales, National Curriculum, APP, SEAL).
  


The Children's Safety Education Foundation (CSEF)

The Children’s Safety Education Foundation (CSEF) is a national charity committed to reducing the number of child victims through the provision of interactive preventative safety education. The charity strives to ensure that every child in the UK has access to safety education so that they can make informed choices when they are faced with danger. It has a track record of delivering programmes covering issues from home, fire and Internet safety, to social issues such as bullying and self-esteem.

CSEF works in collaboration with the emergency services, local education authorities, teachers, parents and carers to ensure that resources, knowledge and expertise are used in a way that it maximises the impact of accident prevention work and delivers positive results.

The charity is constantly looking for new and innovative ways to educate, train and improve preventative safety education. It also realises that it is not always possible to reach every child with events and workshops so has integrated digital technology into its product portfolio.

By offering its products and resources digitally, CSEF is embracing the next generation of learning at a time when schools and local authorities need to consider reliable, flexible, cost effective and sustainable teaching solutions.
  


Dataspire Solutions

Dataspire Solutions Ltd are leading providers of innovative education ICT services and solutions. Specialising in the delivery of cost-effective, reliable and innovative network solutions, we supply to primary, secondary and higher education. Whilst Dataspire are highly regarded as the Thin-Client Education experts, we can assist you with all aspects of your ICT infrastructure. Some of our areas of expertise are as follows:
 
• Microsoft Server/Client Technologies (Migrations, Upgrades, Optimisation)
• Thin-client Server/Client (Citrix)
• Apple Mac (Windows/AD integration)
• Virtualisation, Storage and backup
• Networking and connectivity
• Distance computing and remote access
 
Dataspire also offer Innovative collaborative software products. Dataspire Dashboard is a unique online application that offers an innovative solution to personalising and centralising web-based information systems. Dashboard provides an easy to use web-portal where students, teachers and school administrators can easily access a central, single point of online information and online resources.  
 
www.dataspire.co.uk  info@dataspire.co.uk
0871 910 1101
  


Draper Group

Draper Group Ltd was formed as a new company in December 2008 and the name really reflects our parentage of Draper Inc. from the USA.

We supply qualified dealers with Draper®, Euroscreen® and Oxygon™ projection screens, as well as installation services and a portfolio of projector mounts, overhead projectors, trolleys, cabinets and other AV furniture.

Our head office is located in Corby, Northamptonshire, UK, and we are seated in a new building which contains our offices, warehouse and a showroom. The showroom is used to hold customer demonstrations, seminars and workshops on our products. 



Our company holds a workforce of enthusiastic employees; together they hold many years of experience in the business. Please feel free to contact us for any questions or just pop in and see us!

www.drapergroupltd.co.uk
  


EducationCity.com – the future of curriculum content

T: 0844 225 3060 • F: 0844 225 3061
E: sales@educationcity.com • www.educationcity.com

Trusted and used in over 12,000 schools, EducationCity.com is the leading teaching, learning and assessment resource. Ideal for children aged between 3 and 12 years old and children with special educational needs of all ages. EducationCity.com’s highly engaging and interactive activities are an inspiration to learning in the classroom.

EducationCity.com’s activities cover English, Maths, Science, French, German and Spanish and are curriculum mapped and versatile in that they can be used on interactive whiteboards or on individual computers.

For more information or to take a free 21 day trial please contact us.
  


Elmo

Japan’s ELMO Co., Ltd, develops and manufactures products for a worldwide professional presentation. Since 1921 ELMO has been one of the leading manufacturers of presentation technology, convincing users through best quality and high standards. ELMO produces under ISO 9001 and ISO 4001standards (QMS and EMS, since 2004).

ELMO visualisers:
• Visualier I-Pochette - Elmo's truly portable and 'entry level' visualier.
• Visualiser L-1ex – Elmo's All-rounder for schools and education. More clarity and increased effectiveness.
• Visualiser P10s – a big brother of L1ex, Great for schools and business.
• Visualiser P30s – For higher requirements, Perfect for further education and business presentations.
  


Frogtrade

Now used across over 80 local authorities, Frog’s Learning Platform for Secondary Schools changes the way schools work – it enables ordinary people to do extraordinary things. The uniquely creative environment gives teachers, admin staff and even pupils ownership and it enables them to fully embed their learning platform into the school's working practices and tailor it to the needs of their school.

Frog has proven its ability to radically improve the engagement of pupils and the academic results of numerous schools. Frog enables schools to have the ICT-catalysed change capacity essential to the BSF aim of transforming education.

For more information please visit www.frogtrade.com
 


House-on-the-Hill

For more than 15 years House-on-the-Hill has been providing IT Service & Facilities Management Solutions to businesses and educational establishments all over the world.
 
The House-on-the-Hill Software suite offers sophisticated service management with a winning combination of competitive pricing and the individual care and attention we provide to our customers via our highly regarded support service.
 
We are specialists in providing comprehensive solutions for any size business on time, in budget and uniquely tailored to your needs. House-on-the-Hill proudly produces SupportDesk one of the most successful and flexible service management tools in the world.
 
Our skilled UK-based team can achieve a total fit with your environment at minimum cost.
 


i-Desk Solutions

Large UK Manufacturer: over 15,000 desks to the Education Sector, i-desk has been proven to raise grades as at CoLA, London in classes with i-rise.  Equally other secure solutions work well.

"Our experience of i-desks in a Children's Centre with children 6 months to 5 years has been very positive... had a number of repair bills due to children putting toys, paper clips, biscuits etc into disk drives. Staff would also decide they wanted to move computers to different parts of the classroom, causing major upheaval with wires trailing etc. There have been no such challenges with the i-desks,” 
Kintore Way Children’s Centre, Southwark.
  

IRIS

IRIS is a web based application for managing behaviour and rewards. Share information instantly and improve both the efficiency and effectiveness of your pastoral staff with IRIS's real-time text and email alerts. Your staff spend less time chasing paper administering your rewards and behaviour system, saving time and money.

IRIS provides the most powerful, real-time analysis available to schools today, turning raw data into usable, useful information at the click of a mouse. Have the facts and knowledge to inform your school plan and decision making processes in school and monitor the effects of policy changes in real-time. 



IRIS includes a fully-featured rewards management system which facilitates the use of rewards across the school. No more counting of paper slips or stamps in exercise books; save time, effort and money on administering your school reward system.

IRIS allows pupil and parent access. Pupils can track their own behaviour and rewards. Parents can get instant email alerts to incidents and monitor their child’s positive and negative behaviour history in real time.

IRIS offers outstanding support and value for money. The IRIS team provides excellent support, from full initial set-up and customisation to on-site training and on-going email and telephone support.

• 0845 527 6856  • www.iris.ac  • info@iris.ac
 


Lapsafe

LapSafe® Products are the original innovator of storage and charging cabinets for laptops in Schools. The name LapSafe® has become synonymous with safety and quality in the Education sector in the UK and across Europe.

Our Mentor™ mobile cabinet range incorporates the highest level of security, safety and technology on the market, offering unique modularity allowing bespoke configuration and future upgrades.  A total management solution, the Mentor™ range stores and simultaneously charges up to 30 laptops or 60 netbooks depending upon model.  Our SmartLine™ technology charges without the need for AC adaptors, minimising deployment time for Teachers. Plus with our new PowaSave™ system, energy consumption is greatly reduced over ‘duration charging’.

As well as charging the Mentor™ can also incorporate Data Transfer functionality, Wireless Connectivity, Alarm, Networked Printer and comes with a free Lifetime Warranty.

LapSafe® - The Original & the Best!
  


Lexia Reading

Lexia Reading is a highly structured, research based phonics software program that supports reading skills development in students of all ages from reception to adult. It automatically personalises to support individual pupil need.
 
Students using Lexia advance at over twice the rate of non-users with minimal need for one-to-one support. Lexia is a cost effective way of providing high quality phonics tuition in a way that encourages and motivates.
 
Our latest version is web-enabled, allowing students to access their work anytime, anywhere. The software offers extensive reporting, keeping teachers up to date immediately, highlighting progress and providing value-added evidence for the school.
 
Free evaluations are available at our stand or by following the link www.lexiauk.co.uk for schools to validate our claims.
  


MCC Group

With the sole aim of delivering the latest Apple technology for education, business, creative and leisure purposes, MCC has grown into one of the most successful and dynamic Apple specialists in the UK.

As Apple has revolutionized the music industry, creative industry, mobile phone industry and of course the computer industry, MCC has continually provided for over 28 years one‐to‐one expert and impartial advice across its stores in Chester, Liverpool, Stoke‐on‐Trent and Warrington.

So whether you simply want to check out the latest iPod nano colours, looking to purchase a Mac for home, discuss finance options for using Macs in your business or you’re a creative professional requiring advice, then your local MCC store is the ideal place to test drive a new Mac or iPod.

As a Solutions Expert for Education, MCC is leading the way by delivering innovative and exciting Apple based solutions to schools and colleges across the North and Midlands. As well as providing students and pupils with the latest industry technology, MCC offers schools and colleges a complete support package – from initial consultation, project management and training through to ongoing technical support.
  


Lightspeed Systems Europe

The Internet is the most powerful educational tool ever created. The Internet is the most dangerous place for a student to be. The problem for education is that both of these statements are true. How do you balance the opportunity of the Internet and other IT with the duty of care to protect students?


Total Traffic Control from Lightspeed Systems has been designed to solve the unique problems posed to educators by new and ever evolving technology. From controlling cyber bullying to stopping anonymous proxies, Total Traffic Control offers comprehensive protection to students and unprecedented control for teachers and network managers.

Total Traffic Control provides comprehensive online protection, extensive user activity reporting and granular security for networks and desktops. From safe YouTube and Google usage to forensic reporting and bandwidth management, we allow schools to use ICT and the Internet safely. 


Lightspeed Systems Europe Limited, Whitegates, Alexander Lane,
Shenfield, Essex CM15 8QF
Telephone 01277 240 630  Fax 01244 240 631 www.lseurope.com
  


Osborne Technolologies

Osborne Technolologies produce several types of I. T solutions and products that are tailored to requirements and are to the highest standard. The comprehensive list of products and solutions is extensive but here are a few:
 
• A wide range of education products featuring PCs, whiteboards, projectors and many more. Osbornes offer a complete package for both businesses and education facilities that would include a full network design and can fit a fully equipped I. T room or space. There is a PC repair centre open to everyone with problem PC or Laptops.
 
• Offer the latest in  Audio Visual, CCTV, Access Control, Servers and Structured Cabling.
 
Outstanding customer care and a commitment to the highest quality products and services are the hallmarks of Osborne Technologies.   Here at Osborne Technologies we are confident that you would continue to use our services for the foreseeable future as many clients have done so far.
 
Currently having success with “Entry-Sign”.
Developed  by Osborne Technologies, Entry-Sign is a unique and simple to use, custom designed signing in system that will revolutionise the way you monitor your visitors, staff, pupils and others.

Entry-Sign has been designed to be very user friendly. It also has complex reporting features that will put a wealth of any relevant information at your fingertips instantly without the need to scramble for your signing in books! OFSTED have recently commended the first school to have Entry-Sign installed to have “well developed system for safeguarding pupils.”

Call us now for a free no-obligation “Entry-Sign” demonstration
at your premises on 0800 037 2904     
Web: www.osbornetechnologies.co.uk
Email:  info@osbornetechnologies.co.uk
  

Papershow

What you write on the paper appears on the screen in real-time!
Papershow is an interactive digital writing kit: The presenter writes with the pen on the paper and sees his/her notes appear in real time on the screen.

Papershow is designed to improve communication in the classroom, and is already being recognised amongst teachers and lecturers for its ability to encourage interactive discussions and enhanced pedagogy.

It combines Bluetooth technology and digital paper to enable the user to make annotations directly on to a PowerPoint presentation, or use a screen or wall as a digital white board. Students and lecturers can openly annotate their thoughts in real-time on screen to the rest of the class.  The mobility of this kind of unique interactive teaching enhances debate, discussion and direction.

Other key benefits to help bring a lesson, lecture or seminar to life:
• Highly portable - all you need is the Papershow pen, USB key and paper and access to a laptop.
• More freedom of movement – you can move about the room and still write notes which will be seen on the big screen.
• No training required – easy to pick up, you will be ready to go in 15 minutes.
• Fun to use – students will enjoy engaging with a new technology. The pen and paper can be passed around for students to use at their desks, ideal for brainstorming sessions!
• Instantly email notes to students or upload on the intranet following a lecture.
 
For more information, please visit www.papershow.com
  


Parat UK

Parat UK produces a range of products for use in hand-held learning environments. On display will be products for the charging and synchronising of iPods, iPhone and iPads, and the ParaNet case for the charging of netbooks.

The Parasync will charge and synchronise up to 20 iPods or iPhones. The Parasync allows the iPods to be slotted into location quickly and efficiently; thus making the management of multiple numbers of devices easy and efficient.   Already in use in 100’s of locations this product has saved countless hours of fiddling with cables and chargers.  

The ParaPro iPad case is designed to charge and synchronise up to 16 iPads. The system is contained in a tough waterproof case to allow it to be transported from location to location safely in the harshest of conditions.

Netbooks can be charged in the ParaNet. A total of up to 16 can be charged at any time by placing them in custom slots without the need to attach individual charging cables. It’s as simple as that.

Parat UK Ltd, C1 Europa Trading Estate, Stoneclough Rd, Radcliffe, Manchester M26 1GG
Tel:  01204 868630      Fax:  01204 868631    
Email:  sales@ paratuk.co.uk      Web:  www.paratec.co.uk
  

ParentMail

ParentMail is the UK's leading school-to-home communication service.  Over
3,200 schools and 1.6 million parents use our web-based email and text
messaging service to improve parental engagement, cut costs, reduce workload
and manage truancy.

With ParentMail schools can:
. Email their newsletter in seconds
. Text to cancel an afterschool club or tell parents a trip is returning late
. View a complete history of messages sent
. See which parents have received messages
. Allow parents to update their contact details online
. Manage and reduce absence

We integrate with SIMS and help schools manage the data we hold for them.
Our account management team is always on-hand to help schools; we provide
unlimited free training and telephone support is always available to help
ensure schools get the most from using our system.

We can show ParentMail to you in a 15 minute demonstration over the phone -
just email us at info@parentmail.co.uk.
  

Qwizdom UK

Qwizdom is a manufacturer of an interactive Classroom Response Systems designed to engage the modern learner. More than just a voting system, Qwizdom provides today’s teacher with a dynamic teaching tool that makes ‘Assessment for Learning’ achievable. Integrating seamlessly with Powerpoint and Keynote, the system makes presenting and preparing lessons easier than ever before and is the only system to provide both teachers and students instant, discreet feedback.

Using Qwizdom’s student response systems, a teacher poses questions to the class, either verbally or through PowerPoint/Keynote and each member of the class will respond using their Qwizdom handset. Responses can be anonymous if required. Up to nine different question types are available including multiple-choice, yes/no, true/false, numeric, text, demographic, sequence and multiple mark.

To aid formative and summative assessment, student feedback can be viewed instantly on screen and is available for post session analysis in excel, pdf and flash.
  


Resike TeachShare

TeachShare is almost certainly the UK’s largest free online resource designed specifically for teachers, providing links to information that supports the integration of The National Framework for Sustainable Schools and Eco Schools Awards into their school environment.



Funded by Local Authorities and sustainable product suppliers, TeachShare can also link schools to suppliers who will provide products in return for information that demonstrates educational relevance including teaching notes and case studies. 

Ofsted and QCA are focused on achieving integration of ESD into everyday teaching. TeachShare provides free, easy to access information for those who deliver ESD and fully supports their target.

Key Features include:
The latest Essential Reports and Articles
School Recycling Activities
Funding Links
Facts & Figures
Upcoming Events & Exhibitions
Simple to use Blog

To register for a FREE TeachShare account:-
www.TeachShare.org.uk/default.asp?Register=1&AccessCode=mict10
Submit access code mict10
Complete the simple form
  

Sanako

SANAKO enjoys a reputation for quality and innovation and is a specialist provider of digital language laboratories which enable creative language learning for the whole school and at home.

Recent additions to the SANAKO Study range include;  

SANAKO Study 700, the affordable language laboratory with entry-level recording facilities. Designed to help teachers provide the appropriate level of support and encouragement for language learners. Students benefit from essential language learning functionalities, including listening and speaking, while teachers are provided with the tools to support and monitor student activity

SANAKO Study 500, an inexpensive class management software solution that creates a stimulating and interactive learning environment.

SANAKO Study Primary comes with ready-made interactive multimedia content for French and/or Spanish and is the ideal solution to fully engage early language learners quickly.

With over fifty years' experience, SANAKO provides first class training and support to the Primary, Secondary, FE and HE markets. Our ICT classroom solutions provide a safe environment for students to excel and teachers to maintain focused learning. As you would expect from a market leader, your investment is future proof, the SANAKO Study range has been certified for use with  Windows Vista and the latest version, version 5.0 is compatible with Windows 7.

For more information please visit our website www.sanako.co.uk or alternatively
email ukenquiries@sanako.com or telephone 01274 863 380
  

Synetrix – OPENHIVE Learning Platform

Synetrix has launched a next generation learning platform called OPENHIVE. Now used by over 56,000 users, OPENHIVE is the first truly integrated learning platform that uniquely places personalised learning at the heart of your school's ICT provision.
 
Intuitive, engaging and fun to use, OPENHIVE brings all of your ICT services together, from your management information system through to your portal, virtual learning environment, email and parental reporting. OPENHIVE solves deep technical issues, such as identity management and Single Sign-On, enabling your users, for the first time, to simply enjoy e-learning.



Offering the ultimate in choice and flexibility, you can choose individual modules or adopt all OPENHIVE services for a truly integrated experience. OPENHIVE is ideal for primary and secondary schools, academies, clusters, federations and local authorities.



We build our solutions from the classroom up, putting our users first. Visit our exhibition stand and come and see what all the buzz is about.  Visit www.openhive.net or contact us on openhive@synetrix.co.uk.
  

Teachers2Parents

Teachers2Parents is a communication service, which works with your school database to give you a simple and more efficient way of communicating with parents.

Teachers do not have the time to communicate with a large number of parents on a regular basis. Yet parents would provide better support to their child if they were kept informed more often. For various reasons, phone calls to parents can be unnecessarily time consuming and school reports are relatively infrequent. Using text messaging, teachers can inform parents far more frequently; putting pupils under constant pressure. At the same time, parents can also be notified to praise their child for good progress at school.

Each text message is automatically personalised to include the pupils name. As there is no need to type each message or any part of it, they are sent immediately with immense ease.
  


Teachers Retirement Agency

The Teachers' Retirement Agency is recognised as the leading provider of retirement courses for teachers in the UK. Endorsed by the Times Educational Supplement, our highly acclaimed seminars have been operating nationally for nearly 20 years and are booked by thousands of schools and individual teachers each year.
 
The seminars are run by a consultancy team consisting of individuals with extensive experience of teaching in schools and working within the education profession. Subjects covered in the seminar include the Teachers’ Pension Scheme and State Pension, ensuring financial security for retirement, improving retirement income, actuarially reduced benefits and premature retirement, maintaining good health, changing relationships and paid work after retirement.
 
"Beautifully organised, a comprehensive schedule and warm, knowledgeable presenters make a TRA seminar essential for those considering retirement. A 'must' for any teacher considering retirement." - Jennifer Beckles, Times Educational Supplement
  


Truancy Call

Truancy Call, a leading provider of innovative and award winning, automatic notification systems in over 1,300 schools and colleges.  We continue to improve parental and school awareness through the use of automatic notification systems.

We have relationships with most Schools Management Information systems, including Capita SIMS (‘premier partner’ status) and Hebron.

Truancy Call (www.truancycall.com) – an automatic parent notification system that significantly reduces the administrative burden on schools by allowing them to implement first-day contact with parents of truants via email, SMS and automated phone call.  The system will continue to make contact until the parent has provided a reason for their child’s absence.

Call Parents (www.callparents.com) – a highly cost-effective, automatic notification system used by schools to inform parents via email, SMS and automated phone calls of forthcoming events and important school notices.

Text Someone (www.textsomeone.com) – a service for schools that gives pupils the power to report incidents of bullying, or unwanted behaviour in confidence, 24/7 by text, email or phone.

E-Mentoring (www.e-mentoring.co.uk) – a service for secondary schools whereby students have 24/7 contact with a supportive member of staff or ‘mentor’ about their work via text, mobile phone WAP site, forum, or secure web site.
  


Wesleyan for Teachers

Wesleyan for Teachers offer a bespoke financial planning service to teaching professionals. Our Financial Consultants are trained to understand the career paths and financial needs of teachers. We can provide advice on a whole range of financial products and services, and have a full understanding of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme. We’re approved by NASUWT and have helped thousands of education professionals to plan for their financial future.

Our parent company, Wesleyan Assurance Society, is one of the longest serving mutuals in the UK. This means that we have no shareholders to satisfy with short-term quick returns so can take a more responsible medium to long-term view, with our members sharing in the Society's success. We offer no-obligation personal financial reviews as well as organise school seminars to talk about the financial options available to you and to answer your questions.

For further information call us on 0800 294 4020