New app for parents, pupils and staff set to launch
We are always looking at ways to improve communication with parents and with this in mind, we will be implementing a new digital platform for parents, staff and pupils that is set to go live before the end of this term.
The school has decided to move forward with “SchoolsBuddy”.
This is an easy-to-use app that will be used to book extra-curricular activities, transport, wraparound care including hot teas, and holiday club.
It will also be the place to check on sporting fixtures and team lineups throughout the academic year.
Please rest assured there will be no alterations to activities which parents may have booked for the current term.
As SchoolsBuddy is constantly evolving, more tools will become available via the app during the spring term and beyond.
The app is downloadable on all mobile devices and more information will be made available in the coming weeks.
The system will be replacing the current SOCS calendar across Pre-School to Year 13, as the majority of bookings and activities currently within SOCS can be more easily managed within the SchoolsBuddy platform.
Online payments for those activities which are payable upon booking such as horse riding or hot teas (at wraparound care), will also be managed via the app.
There will be plenty of useful hints on the welcome page of the SchoolsBuddy platform and we will also share with you a YouTube video link with additional information.