Cyber Security Training for Schools

by | Apr 23, 2025 | Uncategorized

Cyber Security Training for Schools

SWGfl published a report 15th June 2022 on the lack of Cyber Security training in schools.
Cyber Security: Key Findings
Data gathered from the survey has shown many interesting findings around how well schools have implemented cyber security through policy and practice as well as what risks are currently being posed towards their communities. Some of the top trends include:
>62% of schools have not received any cyber security training
>Out of schools who reported a cyber-attack, 48% were Ransomware attacks
>31% of respondents do not have an IT security policy
>17% say they have no cyber security concerns
>76% of respondents say the internet is key to their job
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You can download the full report here
We have attached a downloadable, easy to follow, scripted training guide for school staff from the National Cyber Security Centre please click here to visit their page and download the training.
We get that Schools are super super busy but cyber criminals don’t care, they see you as an easy target so make the time to train your staff.
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