
Cloud-based MIS for schools, streamlining admin, reporting, student management, and engagement for staff, teachers, parents, and leaders.
Vendor
Arbor Education
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Arbor School MIS is a cloud-based management information system designed for primary, secondary, and special schools, as well as multi-academy trusts (MATs). It centralizes and automates daily administrative tasks, statutory reporting, student and staff data management, attendance, behaviour tracking, and communication. The platform provides role-based dashboards, digital registers, and live data feeds, enabling staff, teachers, and leaders to access the information they need efficiently. Arbor MIS also offers parent and student portals, payment management, and extra-curricular scheduling, supporting engagement and collaboration across the school community. The system is modular, with packages tailored to different school needs, and is compliant with data protection and government security standards.
Key Features
Centralized Student and Staff Management Comprehensive profiles and data management for students and staff.
- Student and staff profiles with attendance, behaviour, and performance data
- Live data feeds and real-time updates
Role-Based Dashboards and Digital Registers Customizable dashboards and digital attendance tools for different user roles.
- Dashboards for teachers, office staff, and leaders
- Digital registers and automated absence follow-up
Communication and Engagement Tools Integrated communication and engagement with parents and students.
- Parent and student portals and mobile apps
- SMS, email, app notifications, and letters
- Automated and personalized communication templates
Progress Tracking and Reporting Tools for academic tracking and statutory reporting.
- Formative and summative progress tracking
- Custom report writer and scheduled reports
- Census and statutory reporting
Payments and Extra-Curricular Management Management of payments, clubs, trips, and activities.
- Online payments for meals, clubs, and trips
- Scheduling and consent management for extra-curricular activities
Behaviour and Intervention Tracking Monitor, reward, and report on behaviour and interventions.
- Behaviour management and custom workflows
- Intervention tracking linked to performance
Compliance and Data Security Meets government security and data protection standards.
- GDPR compliance and data quality dashboards
- Permission management and audit trails
Benefits
Time and Resource Efficiency Reduces administrative workload and streamlines processes.
- Automates daily admin and reporting
- Centralizes data for easy access and management
Improved Collaboration and Engagement Enhances communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Real-time updates and notifications
- Parent and student self-service portals
Data-Driven Decision Making Provides actionable insights for school improvement.
- Customizable analytics and reporting
- Early identification of issues and trends
Scalability and Flexibility Adapts to schools of all sizes and types.
- Modular packages for different needs
- Suitable for single schools and multi-academy trusts