AI for education and schools

Most pilots run within 2-4 weeks for a single subject area. Full deployment across departments typically takes a term. We start small, measure the impact, then expand based on what the data shows.

We build integrations with Google Classroom, Microsoft Teams, and common MIS platforms like SIMS and Arbor. Where a standard connector does not exist, we build custom APIs to fit your workflow.

Rubrical and CodeKit are designed to feel familiar to teachers who already use Google Classroom or similar tools. Initial setup takes 2-3 hours. We provide ongoing support during the first term.

Yes, and we recommend it. A one-term pilot in a single department gives you real data on time savings and feedback quality before expanding.

Both. Rubrical and CodeKit are our proven platforms, but we also build bespoke AI solutions for schools and trusts with specific requirements. Every school has different systems, curricula, and constraints.

We hold ISO 27001 certification for information security. All student data stays within UK-hosted infrastructure. We apply GDPR requirements for children's data including parental consent management, data minimisation, and automatic deletion schedules.

Yes. We provide communication templates that explain how the AI works and what data it uses. Schools retain full control over opt-in and opt-out processes.

Our education AI uses content filtering, age-appropriate language constraints, and teacher-reviewable outputs. Unlike general-purpose AI tools, our systems are trained specifically for educational contexts with safeguarding protocols built in.

Schools own their data. We provide full data export and permanently delete all student information within 30 days of contract end. Our contracts include clear data ownership clauses.

The ICO's Age Appropriate Design Code applies to edtech services used in schools. Our products are designed with default high-privacy settings, minimum data collection, algorithmic profiling off by default, and child-accessible transparency. We conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments before every deployment.

The DfE published product safety expectations for education AI in January 2026. Our tools are designed to meet these standards including content safeguards, data protection, transparency, and child-centred design. KCSIE 2025 now explicitly references AI and directs schools to this guidance.

No. The DfE's own guidance states that AI should not replace the relationship between teachers and pupils. Our tools handle repetitive tasks like initial marking passes and feedback drafts so teachers can spend more time on individual support and professional judgement.

AI can adjust feedback tone, provide additional scaffolding, and offer alternative explanations. For SEND students, consistent and predictable feedback patterns can reduce anxiety. Teachers maintain oversight and can tailor the AI's approach per student.

Rubrical is built around KS3 and KS4 geography assessment objectives. CodeKit supports GCSE Computer Science requirements. Both tools help teachers track progress against specific curriculum criteria.

Our tools are designed to build independence. CodeKit guides students towards understanding rather than giving answers directly. We build in graduated support that reduces as students gain confidence.

A 2025 meta-analysis of 41 studies covering 4,813 students found no statistically significant difference in learning performance between AI-generated and human feedback. Students receiving AI feedback showed higher responsibility but lower critical self-monitoring, which is why we keep teachers in the review loop.

Pricing depends on the solution and school size. We offer per-school licensing with volume discounts for multi-academy trusts. Contact us for a quote based on your specific requirements.

Several funding routes exist including government education technology funding and MAT central budgets. We help schools identify appropriate funding streams and provide business case templates.

Ofsted does not evaluate AI as a standalone inspection area and does not expect schools to use AI at all. Inspectors may consider AI where it visibly impacts areas already within the inspection framework such as safeguarding, curriculum quality, and data protection. Ofsted has stated it supports innovation where it improves education and care of children.