ICT Consultancy & Advice

Deep sector knowledge

We deliver objective, independent ICT advice that drives better outcomes.

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Strategic

We help you develop long-term ICT roadmaps that align with your educational goals and budget constraints. Our experts provide guidance on technology procurement, budget planning and optimization, and ensure compliance with DfE requirements and policy development.

Technical

We address complex network and infrastructure issues, resolve system integration challenges, and optimize performance across your technology estate. Our team provides expert support for security concerns, data protection requirements, and technical troubleshooting.

Educational

We evaluate learning technologies to ensure they support teaching and learning outcomes effectively. Our consultants develop comprehensive strategies that enhance classroom practice, support staff and align digital curriculum delivery with educational objectives.

Clarity of thought

Our ICT Consultancy and Advice Service provides you with flexible access to Novatia's expertise without long-term contracts. We offer objective analysis of your ICT challenges and practical solutions that fit your educational goals and budget.

Our clients choose Novatia for ICT Consultancy when they need objective, independent expertise, want to avoid costly ICT mistakes, need validation of technical recommendations, require specialist education sector knowledge, want flexible advice without long contracts, or need support with complex ICT decisions. We work closely with school and MAT leaders to provide objective, independent ICT advice that drives better outcomes, delivered by Education ICT experts with deep sector knowledge.

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Flexible Engagements

Access our expertise when you need it.

A Focus on Education

Advice tailored to educational outcomes.

Independent Perspectives

Objective analysis free from vendor bias.

Proven Expertise

Deep knowledge of education ICT challenges.

Cost-Effective Solutions

Avoid expensive mistakes and optimise spend.

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Get in touch with the team today to discuss the ICT problems you’re currently facing.

“Working with Novatia provided us with an objective analysis of what was in place across all our academies so that we could be confident about the information we were using to make our decisions. The Data Audit provided a clear, visual oversight of how data was flowing between all the different products used in our Trust and has meant our MIS procurement and implementation took into account all the integrations that were required so the dataflow was maintained.”

James Howell

Director of ICT, ATT

“The Novatia team were all really friendly and down to earth. Their consultants all come from an educational background, and you can tell that they put the educational aspect front and centre when designing and delivering the ICT element."

Sarah Whittaker

Deputy Headteacher, St Ann's RC Primary School

“The comprehensive Data Audit has given us clear oversight of the data across all our schools and led to the development of a coherent data strategy. Working with Novatia has supported our Trust at every step.”

Chris Clarke

Director of IT & Data, The Kemnal Academies Trust

“I wanted to ensure we had well-negotiated contracts with high-quality suppliers that delivered the services specified and all at an excellent price...we're delighted with the results so far.”

James Miller

National Director of Estates and Technology, Ormiston Academies Trust

“Novatia worked alongside Ofsted, complementing our internal knowledge of the business with first-rate project management capability.”

Tom Zebedee

Deputy Director Technology, Ofsted

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