Microsoft 365 User Adoption for Schools, MATs and Districts Digital Safeguarding for Schools and Multi-Academy Trusts – Protecting Students, Staff and Data
Would your school or trust survive a cyberattack tomorrow? With hackers increasingly targeting the education sector, digital safeguarding is now just as critical as physical safety. Without a robust strategy, student data, staff security, and daily operations could be at serious risk.
In this episode of the Cloud Design Box Podcast, COO Darren Hemming speaks with Philippa Wraithmell, Founder of EdRuption and author of The Digital Ecosystem, about the growing importance of digital safeguarding in schools and Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs).
Philippa shares insights from her work helping schools worldwide develop strong digital foundations, governance policies, and security safeguards. Her company, EdRuption, is dedicated to bridging the digital divide by empowering schools with the tools, resources, and strategies they need to create digitally literate and inclusive environments.
Key discussion points:
- Why digital safeguarding is essential in 2025 and beyond
- The cyber threats facing schools, from phishing to ransomware
- Bridging the gap between IT teams and safeguarding leads
- Practical steps to protect sensitive student and staff data
- How safeguarding policies must evolve to address online risks
“Schools hold vast amounts of sensitive information — dates of birth, locations, parental details — making them prime targets for cyberattacks,” Philippa explains. “That’s why safeguarding has to include digital.”
At Cloud Design Box, we help schools and MATs create safe, compliant digital environments using Microsoft 365, SharePoint intranets and Teams for Education. Trusted by over 750 education organisations, we work with leadership teams to:
📈 Increase collaboration while protecting sensitive data
🛡 Ensure compliance with safeguarding and GDPR requirements
⚙ Build scalable, secure IT systems aligned to school strategy
🎧 Listen now to learn how to strengthen your digital safeguarding strategy and protect your school community.
Find out how we can help your school or MAT: www.clouddesignbox.co.uk/contact
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