Cloud Solutions & Security—Safe, Simple, and Designed for Schools
Switch your school to modern cloud platforms with ekte and Cambium Networks. Enjoy secure, efficient working for every staff member and pupil—and peace of mind for business managers and SLT.
Work anywhere, teach everywhere—securely and without the hassle.
Migrating to the cloud isn’t just for big businesses. With ekte’s step-by-step support, your school can move to Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace, waving goodbye to ageing servers and stressful updates. Our approach means your files, teaching resources, and communication tools are always accessible—at school, at home, or anywhere learning happens.
Security is part of every solution. We set up strong Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and smart access controls, so only the right people access the right data. User accounts are easy to manage—perfect for busy schools and MATs. Datto cloud backup keeps critical data safe, automatically and securely, so you never face sleepless nights over loss or ransomware, and you meet the DfE Guidance.
Value matters to us. As a Cambium and education cloud specialist, ekte offers solutions that don’t just meet DfE standards, but are also excellent value for tightly managed education budgets. Our cloud services are designed to lower your long-term costs and reduce on-site IT workloads, freeing up precious time and resources for your team, while giving you rock-solid safety and ease of use.
We believe in making every step simple. From first consultation through to staff training and ongoing support, our friendly experts are always on hand—removing jargon, solving problems, and delivering digital confidence to your whole school.
Cloud Solutions and Security
Your school’s internet connection is the foundation for digital learning, online safety, and every cloud service you run.
Seamless Transition to Cloud Solutions
At ekte, we simplify your transition to the cloud. Our team ensures a smooth migration of your emails, files, and applications to Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace.
Smooth Process
We manage the entire migration journey with minimal disruption to your school environment.
Expert Support
Receive comprehensive training and ongoing support for staff and students throughout the process.
Robust Security for Your School's Data
Protect your school's sensitive information with advanced security measures. Our Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and centralised access management ensure that only the right individuals have access to critical data.
MFA Implementation
Log in securely with a one-time password sent to your mobile device.
Access Control
Easily manage user permissions to meet safeguarding requirements.
Secure Automated Cloud Backup for Schools
At ekte, we safeguard your school’s essential data with Datto’s advanced backup solutions. Our system ensures that every file, email, and record is securely backed up, providing peace of mind.
Data Protection
Immutable cloud storage prevents loss from ransomware or human error.
Quick Recovery
Restore teaching and admin operations swiftly after any data loss incident.
Access Learning Anytime, Anywhere
With our expertly managed cloud solutions, your staff and students can effortlessly access files and resources from any device—be it a laptop, tablet, or smartphone. Ekte ensures that everyone can connect and collaborate effectively, whether in the classroom or from home.
Supportive Guidance
We simplify device setup and provide training for seamless online access.
Reliable Solutions
Focus on teaching while we manage your IT needs with clarity and expertise.
Cloud Solutions That Actually Make Sense
Most schools still rely on servers that require constant maintenance. Cloud solutions handle emails, files, and reports without hardware issues or unexpected repair costs. ekte facilitates your transition to Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace, enabling remote work and preventing IT budget waste on outdated equipment.
Always-On Cloud (Because 99% Uptime Isn't What You Think)
Cloud providers often claim '99% uptime,' which equates to seven hours of downtime monthly. ekte ensures you select cloud solutions with higher availability targets, like 99.9%, and tests them to guarantee access when needed.
Data Protection That Doesn't Need a Law Degree
The cloud offers convenience, but data location is crucial. The DfE mandates UK or EU-based data, proper encryption, and appropriate agreements. ekte collaborates with your DPO to ensure compliance with GDPR, conduct impact assessments, and establish data sharing agreements, ensuring pupil records are secure.
Ready for a stress-free move to the cloud?
Let ekte take care of your cloud migration, security, and support—so your school community can work flexibly and safely, now and into the future. Book your free consultation today!
FAQs
Discover answers to your pressing questions about our comprehensive Cloud Solution services.
Think of it as moving from owning a filing cabinet to using a shared storage facility that's always open, fireproof, and accessible from anywhere. Your emails, lesson plans, and pupil data move from servers humming away in cupboards to secure internet-based platforms like Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace. Staff can work from home, devices get backed up automatically, and you stop paying for hardware that needs constant feeding and occasionally dies at inconvenient moments.
Both, but mostly the former if done properly. You swap unpredictable repair bills, electricity costs, and that "the server's dead and we need £8,000 by Friday" panic for predictable monthly fees. The real savings come from not needing on-site IT infrastructure, reducing support time, and avoiding those surprise capital expenses when hardware fails. ekte designs cloud migrations that genuinely reduce total cost of ownership—not just shift it to a different invoice.
Your data in a properly configured cloud (Microsoft or Google's UK/EU datacentres) is almost certainly safer than it is on that aging server in the office. These providers have security teams larger than most school staff rolls, with encryption, geo-redundancy, and 24/7 monitoring. The risk isn't the cloud itself—it's weak passwords, poor access controls, and not knowing where your data actually lives. ekte ensures your setup meets GDPR, keeps data UK/EU-based, and configures access so only the right people see sensitive information.
No. Cloud services cache recent work locally, so you can still access files you've opened recently. Once connectivity returns, everything syncs. The bigger question is backup internet—if your primary connection fails, do you have a fallback? ekte recommends diverse-routed backup connections so a digger hitting one cable doesn't take your school offline. Cloud resilience is about belt-and-braces connectivity, not just hoping one line never fails.
A primary school typically migrates over a half-term break or summer holiday; a secondary or MAT might phase it over several months. The disruption isn't the technical move—it's staff getting used to new workflows. ekte handles data migration, testing, and training so teachers aren't suddenly lost when they log in Monday morning. Done properly, the biggest disruption is "why didn't we do this sooner?"