Smoothwall Monitor is a cloud-based digital monitoring and safeguarding solution designed for educational environments. It continuously monitors student activity on school-managed devices, both online and offline, capturing screenshots and keystrokes to identify potential safeguarding risks. When a device is offline, monitoring continues locally, and all data is uploaded for review once the device reconnects to the internet. Human moderators assess flagged content to minimize false positives and ensure that only genuine risks are escalated to safeguarding staff. The platform integrates with leading record management systems, such as CPOMS and MyConcern, enabling seamless transfer of safeguarding alerts and contextual reports. Smoothwall Monitor is compatible with Windows, MacOS, and Chromebook devices, and can be deployed remotely using standard software distribution tools. The system is fully compliant with KCSiE filtering and monitoring requirements, providing schools with a robust, scalable, and easy-to-deploy solution for digital safeguarding.

Key Features

Continuous, Real-Time Monitoring Monitors student activity on school devices at all times.

• Works both online and offline, capturing screenshots and keystrokes
• Data is uploaded for review when internet connection is restored

Human Moderation Flagged content is reviewed by trained moderators.

• Reduces false positives and ensures genuine risks are escalated
• Provides trusted, actionable alerts for safeguarding staff

Cloud-Based Deployment No on-site hardware required; fast and scalable.

• Deploy remotely via Group Policy, SCCM, Intune, or Google G-Suite
• Compatible with Windows, MacOS, and Chromebook devices

Integration with Record Management Systems Seamless alert and report transfer.

• Integrates with CPOMS, MyConcern, and Smoothwall Record Manager
• Automated event transfer for efficient safeguarding workflows

Contextual Reporting Provides detailed, contextualized reports for safeguarding leads.

• Monitors full screen activity, not just URLs
• Helps inform appropriate intervention and support

Compliance and Security Meets statutory requirements for digital monitoring in education.

• Fully compliant with KCSiE filtering and monitoring standards
• Ensures a secure environment for students

Benefits

Enhanced Student Safety Proactively identifies and addresses safeguarding risks.

• Real-time alerts enable rapid intervention
• Human moderation ensures accuracy and relevance

Operational Efficiency Streamlines safeguarding processes for staff.

• Automated integration with record management systems
• Reduces time spent investigating false positives

Comprehensive Coverage Protects students regardless of device location or connectivity.

• Offline monitoring ensures no gaps in protection
• Supports a wide range of school-managed devices

Regulatory Compliance Helps schools meet statutory digital safeguarding obligations.

• Fully compliant with KCSiE and other requirements
• Detailed reporting supports audits and inspections