Download BrochureThe time we lost on communicating with parents was enormous. We've now reduced that job down from something that filled all day, every day, to filling just over half a day, so that's a big saving for us.
Jo Hockton, Data Management, Sponne School
Parental engagement is a 360° solution
SIMS all-in-one Parental Engagement solution seamlessly brings parents, students and schools together. With the parental engagement software and mobile app everyone can access information immediately from any device, in real-time, in and out of the classroom. Relevant information can be shared with appropriate team members quickly and easily via SIMS. Because SIMS is at the heart of the school data ecosystem, we are best placed to equip parents, learners and schools with efficient tools and personalised guidance.
Parental Engagement for Students
Student Solution
Tech-savvy students need to be engaged through technology.
The SIMS student app provides an easy way for schools to update their pupils, giving them access to everything they need to succeed in one single place, across any device.
Parent Solution
Parents need insight into their child's education.
Our all-in-one solution gives busy parents updates on their child’s progress so that they can support the efforts of the school. Not only does this drive the child’s academic success, but it makes for meaningful conversation between parent and child, supporting student wellbeing and their overall happiness.
School Solution
Schools need the support of the parents.
The world of teaching is becoming increasingly complicated; a lack of funding, behavioural issues, staff shortages and increased demands from Ofsted are all putting great strain on teachers. In such trying times, teachers and parents must be united to secure the child's success.
Parental engagement is a 360° solution
SIMS all-in-one Parental Engagement solution seamlessly brings parents, students and schools together. With the parental engagement software and mobile app everyone can access information immediately from any device, in real-time, in and out of the classroom. Relevant information can be shared with appropriate team members quickly and easily via SIMS. Because SIMS is at the heart of the school data ecosystem, we are best placed to equip parents, learners and schools with efficient tools and personalised guidance.
Tech-savvy students need to be engaged through technology.
The SIMS student app provides an easy way for schools to update their pupils, giving them access to everything they need to succeed in one single place, across any device.
Parents need insight into their child's education.
Our all-in-one solution gives busy parents updates on their child’s progress so that they can support the efforts of the school. Not only does this drive the child’s academic success, but it makes for meaningful conversation between parent and child, supporting student wellbeing and their overall happiness.
Schools need the support of the parents.
The world of teaching is becoming increasingly complicated; a lack of funding, behavioural issues, staff shortages and increased demands from Ofsted are all putting great strain on teachers. In such trying times, teachers and parents must be united to secure the child's success.
Improve learning outcomes
SIMS all-in-one engagement solution provides a joined-up approach to enable schools to better communicate and collaborate with parents. Our 30+ years' experience in the sector, in more than 27 countries worldwide, gives us the breadth and depth of knowledge required for schools to thrive technologically. All three modules speak to one another, meaning there's no need to use disparate systems for different functions, reducing administrative overhead and mitigating any risk to your data.
One app to drive parental engagement
The practice in parental engagement in schools is proven to be the biggest changemaker in improving children’s learning, behaviour and achievement in school. We understand how important it is to make sure schools and parents have a way to communicate to help achieve this change.
Complete 360° solution
Our parental engagement solution is powered by a combination of our powerful communication products to deliver a complete 360®.
Each product works in sync to effectively bridge the parent-teacher communication gap.
SIMS InTouch - Two-way communication
Good communication is key to a school running effectively. SIMS InTouch provides you with a complete staff and parent communication solution. Send email, text and instant messages directly from SIMS. It’ll help you to reduce administration, save time and money, improve parental engagement and ensure staff are always up-to-date.
SIMS Pay - Online school payments made simple
It is important to simplify payment administration for busy office staff. As part of our integrated, online payment solution, SIMS Pay helps you easily collect payments from parents, securely and cost-effectively, using the data you already have in SIMS and helping to significantly reduce time spent on payment administration.
SIMS Parent App - A convenient way to communicate with parents
The SIMS Parent app offers a convenient parent and pupil communication solution making it easier than ever to stay in touch. Improving parental involvement is simpler as attendance data, behaviour, homework reminders, school reports and information about extra-curricular activities is all accessible from a smartphone, tablet or PC, and can be customised to suit your school.
Powerful features
Manage payments
Collect e-payments for equipment, school uniform, school meals etc. through SIMS Pay.
Two-way communication
Schools can send messages to parents and students via the InTouch’s text messaging and email function.
Manage extra-curricular activities
Schedule activities and promote their adoption to parents and students.
Encourage student learning
Share achievement, behaviour reports, attendance and test results easily.
Keep on top of homework
Teachers can set homework, attach supporting documents and collect student submissions.
Accurate data collection
Comply with GDPR requirements and encourage parents to send up-to-date information on their child. Notifications can be pushed out to remind parents to update student data.
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Keeping you up to date
SIMS all-in-one engagement solution provides a joined-up approach to enable schools to better communicate and collaborate with parents. Our 30+ years' experience in the sector, in more than 27 countries worldwide, gives us the breadth and depth of knowledge required for students to thrive. Giving parents the insight into their child’s learning allows them to effectively support the teacher and student, resulting in higher grade attainment.
Inform parents
Convenient for parents on-the-go
Accessible form a smart phone, tablet or PC.
Automated alerts provide a real-time update of the child's progress
Insight allows parents to address any issues at home.
Reduced paperwork for busy parents
Consent for schools trips, extra-curricular activities etc. can be given over the app.
Communication platform empowers parents to speak-up
No longer a need to bank worries until parents' evening.
Improves the child's security
Parents can send the most up-to-date information on the child so that the school don't unknowingly overlook a change in the child's needs.
One app to drive parental engagement
Parental engagement is proven to be the biggest changemaker in improving a child’s behaviour, learning and achievement in school. We understand how important it is to make sure schools and parents have a way to communicate to help achieve this change.
Powerful features
Supports GDPR data accuracy
Parents can electronically review and request changes to the data held on them using the easy-to-use app.
Reduced need to call or write
If an issue arises, parents can message, email or text a school. There is no longer the need to take time off work to go into the school. Speaking to the school has never been easier.
On-demand progress updates
Access to progress overviews, assessment results and more are just a few clicks away. Parents are no longer reliant upon their children to act as messenger.
Sign your child up to extra-curricular activites
Sign-up to and stay informed of school activities.
Stay on top of your payments
From trip instalments to topping up your child’s canteen wallet, stay on top of payments with your parent account.
It's so useful to be able to see how my daughter is progressing, without having to contact the teachers directly. I worry she might not be keeping on top of her homework and now I use the SIMS Parent app, it alerts me if a piece has not been handed in, meaning I have a much more informed conversation with my daughter at home!
Year 7 Parent, Goffs Academy
Complete 360° solution
Our parental engagement solution is powered by a combination of our powerful communication products to deliver a complete 360®.
Each product works in sync to effectively bridge the parent-teacher communication gap.
SIMS InTouch - Two-way communication platform
Good communication is key to a school running effectively. SIMS InTouch provides you with a complete school communication solution. Send email, text and instant messages directly from SIMS. It’ll help you to reduce administration, save time and money, improve parental engagement and ensure staff are always up-to-date.
SIMS Pay - Online school payments made simple
It is important to simplify payment administration for busy office staff. As part of our integrated, online payment solution, SIMS Pay helps you easily collect payments from parents, securely and cost-effectively, using the data you already have in SIMS and helping to significantly reduce time spent on payment administration.
SIMS Parent App - A convenient way to communicate with parents
It is important to simplify payment administration for busy office staff. As part of our integrated, online payment solution, SIMS Pay helps you easily collect payments from parents, securely and cost-effectively, using the data you already have in SIMS and helping to significantly reduce time spent on payment administration.
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Direct to the hands of your parents and students
SIMS all-in-one engagement solution provides a joined-up approach to enable schools to better communicate and collaborate with parents. Our 30+ years' experience in the sector, in more than 27 countries worldwide, gives us the breadth and depth of knowledge required for schools to thrive technologically. All three modules, available on mobile, tablet and desktop, speak to one another, meaning there's no need to use disparate systems for different functions, reducing administrative overhead and mitigating any risk to your data.
Empowers schools
Unparalleled education knowledge
SIMS has 30+ years specialist experience in education software and school outcomes.
Get rid of multiple systems
One interface for all your parent and student communications which are naturally integrated into SIMS.
Reduce security risk
By building on SIMS directly, you don't need to share your school data with any other partners.
Save time through improved workflow
We understand your data and administrative processes better than anyone and have developed time-saving tools which are fully compliant and aligned to statutory returns.
Accessible anytime, anywhere
Simple, intuitive controls to manage the solution - adapt to your context.
One app to drive parental engagement
Parental engagement is proven to be the biggest changemaker in improving a child’s behaviour, learning and achievement in school. We understand how important it is to make sure schools and parents have a way to communicate to help achieve this change.
Powerful features
Make cost-savings
SIMS InTouch decreases the money and time spent making phone calls and sending letters home to parents.
Support cashless environments
Reduce admin overheads with digital payments whilst improving cashflow.
Track attendance data
Follow up on student absence to ensure pupil safety. Unifying the parent and school improves attendance and drives student success.
Celebrate success
Let parents know what their child has achieved in the day.
Have meaningful conversation
Giving parents up-to-date information on their child’s school life allows for more meaningful conversation at home and during parents’ evening. Parents have the insight needed to help support the school’s efforts.
Evidence your excellence
Schools can use the data collected by the SIMS parental engagement suite to evidence high teaching standards to Ofsted.
It offers our parents easy and convenient access to attainment, attendance and achievement records via their smartphones. We anticipate achieving even greater levels of parental engagement.
Steve Floyd, Network and System Manager, Goffs Academy
Complete 360° solution
Our parental engagement solution is powered by a combination of our powerful communication products to deliver a complete 360®.
Each product works in sync to effectively bridge the parent-teacher communication gap.
SIMS InTouch - Two-way communication platform
Good communication is key to a school running effectively. SIMS InTouch provides you with a complete school communication solution. Send email, text and instant messages directly from SIMS. It’ll help you to reduce administration, save time and money, improve parental engagement and ensure staff are always up-to-date.
SIMS Pay - Online school payments made simple
It is important to simplify payment administration for busy office staff. As part of our integrated, online payment solution, SIMS Pay helps you easily collect payments from parents, securely and cost-effectively, using the data you already have in SIMS and helping to significantly reduce time spent on payment administration.
SIMS Parent App - A convenient way to communicate with parents
The SIMS Parent app allows schools to easily communicate with parents and students. Engaging parents is simpler as attendance data, behaviour, homework reminders, school reports and information about extra-curricular activities is all accessible from a smart phone, tablet or PC, and can be customised to suit your school.
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Always there for you
SIMS all-in-one engagement solution provides a joined-up approach to enable schools to better communicate and collaborate with students. Our 30+ years' experience in the sector, in more than 27 countries worldwide, gives us the breadth and depth of knowledge required for students to thrive. All three modules speak to one another, encouraging parent-teacher alignment and providing the support network necessary for student success.
Engage with students
On-the-go guidance
Students can check their timetable and homework tasks.
Instant updates
Alerts for homework deadlines and sign up to the latest school activities drives academic attainment.
Progress reports
Students can track their progress, latest test results and receive feedback on their work.
One app to drive parental engagement
Parental engagement is proven to be the biggest changemaker in improving a child’s behaviour, learning and achievement in school. We understand how important it is to make sure schools and parents have a way to communicate to help achieve this change.
Powerful features
Access homework tasks and help quickly
Students can access homework tasks, submit work and receive feedback on their efforts through the app.
Timetabling
Timetable alerts help students know where they’re meant to be and when.
Progress reports
Pupils can check on their progress and work on any areas of weakness that are flagged up in their teacher reviews.
Sign up to extra-curricular activities
Alongside their timetable pupils can also sign up to and stay informed of the latest events and after school activities on offer.
It's important that schools can easily communicate with students. The SIMS Student apps is a great way for schools to send alerts to keep students engaged and informed, from reminding them of upcoming school play, to congratulating them on high score achieved for their homework.
David Simpson, Product Manager, Capita SIMS
Complete 360° solution
Our parental engagement solution is powered by a combination of our powerful communication products to deliver a complete 360®.
Each product works in sync to effectively bridge the parent-teacher communication gap.
SIMS InTouch - Two-way communication platform
Good communication is key to a school running effectively. SIMS InTouch provides you with a complete school communication solution. Send email, text and instant messages directly from SIMS. It’ll help you to reduce administration, save time and money, improve parental engagement and ensure staff are always up-to-date.
SIMS Pay - Online school payments made simple
It is important to simplify payment administration for busy office staff. As part of our integrated, online payment solution, SIMS Pay helps you easily collect payments from parents, securely and cost-effectively, using the data you already have in SIMS and helping to significantly reduce time spent on payment administration.
SIMS Parent App - A convenient way to communicate with parents
The SIMS Parent app allows schools to easily communicate with parents and students. Engaging parents is simpler as attendance data, behaviour, homework reminders, school reports and information about extra-curricular activities is all accessible from a smart phone, tablet or PC, and can be customised to suit your school.
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Why Parental Engagement has to be an All-School Journey
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