If you’re looking for some EdTech goodies to start your 2025 off successfully, you’ve come to the right place.

From the latest developments in AI to exciting new AR technology, here are some essential additions you should be adding to your EdTech wishlist for the New Year…

You may have heard of ‘green schools’ before - but what actually are they and why do they matter?

The answer is simple: the education sector is not just an apparatus to teach the next generation about the importance of sustainability - it’s also a driving force for implementing these necessary changes itself.

Sustainability was a key theme at the October...

In England, there are currently more than 1,200 multi-academy trusts, running more than 10,000 academies - with some trusts controlling over 40 schools.

There are many reasons why growing your MAT could be a good idea - improved student outcomes, cost effectiveness and increased development opportunities to name a few.

But what is the one key to growing a...

In the modern era, the efficiency of schools is often shaped by their digital approach. Of course, this is often felt most strongly when things go wrong. But it shouldn’t require connectivity issues and cyber attacks for schools to take their ICT strategies seriously. 

An ICT audit can help schools and MATs understand, evaluate and improve their digital...

Regardless of where you are in the country, it’s rare to find a school that doesn’t rely on technology to support the learning process. From personalised teaching to simplifying administrative tasks, the digital revolution has transformed the education sector in a myriad of ways. However, alongside this potential comes disparity. While some schools flourish...

Whether you’re expanding or refurbishing existing premises, or embarking on a new build project, school construction work can seem like an intimidating task.

In most cases, your new school will be managed by the DfE or local authorities - but you'll still want to have a good think about its design and facilities.

While this is the start of an exciting new...

A new term calls for new beginnings - and what better way to kick off the academic year than to evaluate your school’s e-learning approach?While digital tools have the potential to transform learning experiences for the better, teachers and students don’t always know how to use them most effectively. Schools may also face significant barriers both inside...

When it comes to delivering DfE projects, design managers have the unique privilege of straddling two worlds: education and construction. Their role? To ensure that every brick laid, wire pulled, and piece of technology installed contributes meaningfully to the educational outcomes of the students who attend the schools they design.

This blog takes you...

Data security has become a growing concern in the education sector. Schools, colleges, and universities handle vast amounts of sensitive data, from student records to financial information, making them prime targets for cyberattacks. In fact, data breaches are becoming more common in schools and colleges - new figures from the Information Commissioner's...

Over the course of delivering more than 200 ICT design and delivery projects for the Department for Education (DfE), we at Novatia have gained profound insights into the evolving landscape of EdTech. 

Our extensive experience has equipped us with a deep understanding of how to effectively integrate technology into educational environments to enhance...