Our technology
At Esland Online School, one of our main objectives is to make accessing lessons and therapeutic sessions as easy as possible for our students. To do this, we’ve integrated cutting-edge platforms and systems to ensure a seamless educational experience.
Laptops for every student
To ensure every student has the resources they need to succeed, we provide them with their own laptop. Each device has all the relevant access, safeguarding and security software preinstalled so that students can dive straight into their lessons without any delays or distractions. By supplying this tech, we’re helping students gain equal access to the tools required for their education, which in turn helps to level the playing field for success.
Easy access to lessons
Students access our lessons via Microsoft Teams for Education. The platform serves as a central hub for communication and learning and provides a collaborative space for students and teachers to interact and engage with each other. They can use the platform to participate in live classes, group activities, assignments and discussion boards and receive feedback from their teachers. The collaborative features help foster a sense of community and belonging, which is extremely important for students working from home.
Keeping our students safe
Our top priority is providing a safe and secure learning environment for all our students. That’s why we’ve invested in the Smoothwall safeguarding tool, which monitors online interactions and ensures a safe digital space free from bullying, inappropriate content, and harmful behaviours. Smoothwall uses advanced AI technology to track student activity and flag any suspicious or concerning actions for further review. This system protects students while they engage in online education, giving our staff, parents, and carers ultimate peace of mind.
Monitoring progress and engagement
Learning from home is a very different experience from being in the classroom environment, so to track progress and engagement, we use a system called Senso. Senso allows for real-time monitoring of a student’s activity on their laptop, providing teachers and school administrators with detailed insights into their productivity. It lets our teachers know if students stray off task, helping to maintain focus throughout the learning process. Senso ensures accountability and offers an additional layer of security by preventing inappropriate behaviour, which helps maintain a safe and responsible online learning environment.
Secure data storage
To comprehensively manage student data, including grades, attendance, and reports, we use an advanced platform called Bromcom. This system ensures that teachers and administrators have easy access to essential information, streamlining the online school’s operations. We also use a tool called CPOMS, which provides a dedicated safeguarding service that tracks incidents, welfare concerns, and student well-being. The seamless integration of both systems ensures that all staff members are informed and equipped to offer timely support to students when needed, creating a holistic approach to student care.