Running an Independent school involves much more than delivering outstanding teaching. Alongside supporting students and staff, leaders are responsible for safeguarding, HR, payroll, risk management, data privacy regulations, and an ever-changing set of regulatory requirements. It’s a lot to stay on top of, and it can quickly become overwhelming if compliance is spread across disparate systems, endless spreadsheets, and manual reminders.
That’s why iSAMS has developed a centralised Compliance solution, designed to take the complexity out of compliance management, alongside a suite of supportive solutions for your wider school teams. iSAMS brings together every process, policy, and record you need in one easy-to-use, integrated platform, giving you complete confidence that nothing will be missed.
- Taking the complexity out of compliance
- Smarter policy and document management
- HR, payroll, and safer recruitment
- Data protection made simple
- Managing incidents, risks, and assets
- Staff training and census reporting
- Why schools choose iSAMS
- Trusted worldwide
Taking the complexity out of compliance
Compliance doesn’t have to mean hours of admin. With iSAMS, schools can monitor, manage, and evidence compliance across every area of their organisation in a consistent, streamlined way. From safeguarding and recruitment, to HR, payroll, and data protection, key functions are supported by systems designed to work efficiently alongside each other. Real-time reporting across these areas shows exactly where you stand, while automated reminders and compliance calendar alerts help ensure deadlines are never missed.
This coordinated approach reduces the burden of spreadsheets and fragmented systems, providing a scalable framework that supports schools of any size - from a single site to a multi-school group.
Smarter policy and document management
Keeping policies up to date and making sure staff are working from the correct version can be a real challenge. Our compliance softwaremakes it simple to publish the latest policies, distribute them to the right groups, and track acceptance rates instantly. Automated reminders save hours of chasing, while version control ensures no one is left working with outdated documents.
HR, payroll, and safer recruitment
HR and payroll processes can often be some of the most time-consuming areas of compliance. With iSAMS, everything is managed securely in the cloud, with GDPR-compliant data storage and paperless processes. Payroll is fully HMRC-recognised and integrates with tailored RTI and pension schemes, while audit-ready reports support census and inspection requirements.
Recruitment is strengthened by an integrated partnership with Social Media Check, giving HR teams the tools to carry out automated online background screening in line with KCSIE guidance. This provides clear, actionable reports that highlight safeguarding risks and support safer hiring decisions.
Data protection made simple
Schools have significant responsibilities under GDPR. The iSAMS Data Protection module helps you capture, store, and manage consent across staff, students, applicants, and contacts. It also gives you full lifecycle management of Data Subject Access Requests, a centralised log of GDPR activity, and role-based access controls to keep sensitive data secure. With instant audit reports available, you’re always inspection ready.
Managing incidents, risks, and assets
Compliance also extends into day-to-day operational areas. Incidents can be logged by type, date and severity, with automatic alerts for serious issues and trend analysis to reduce repeat risks. Interactive heatmaps give leaders a clear picture of vulnerabilities across the school.
Assets can also be tracked and managed within the same system. From recording values and quantities, to forecasting renewals and replacements, our compliance software helps you to maximise your resources and spot underused or at-risk equipment early.
Staff training and census reporting
Staff training and e-learning progress is easy to monitor, with automated reminders and downloadable certificates ensuring no one falls behind. Courses can be linked to specific roles, while clear analytics highlight any gaps in learning.
When it comes to statutory census returns, iSAMS has a dedicated Census Manager to bring all pupil, workforce, and school census requirements into one place. Pre-built checks reduce errors before submission, and exports are available in the exact formats required by DfE, ISI, ISC and other regulators, ultimately saving valuable admin time and improving accuracy.
Why schools choose iSAMS
By centralising compliance processes, schools using iSAMS save time, reduce risk, and gain full visibility of their obligations. Automated reminders and reporting tools mean teams can be confident that compliance is covered. Stronger governance is vital to supporting safer school environments, while audit-ready data ensures you’re prepared for inspections at any time.
Trusted worldwide
Independent schools across the globe are already using iSAMS Compliance solutions to strengthen governance and simplify their processes. If your school is ready to reduce risk, cut through the admin, and approach compliance with confidence, now is the time to see the difference iSAMS can make.