6 Benefits of Switching to a Cloud-Based School MIS in Ireland
The benefits of switching to a cloud-based school MIS are becoming clearer than ever, as more schools adopt these platforms to streamline administration, reduce workloads, and improve communication. As education continues to evolve in the digital age, these systems offer greater flexibility and efficiency compared to SIMs, which are more traditional on-site systems, and require […]
What Is a School MIS System: Ireland’s Smartest Solution for Modern Schools
What is a school MIS system? It’s a digital backbone that streamlines admin, reduces teacher burnout, and makes school days run smoother. Sounds ideal, right? So why are so many Irish schools still stuck with MIS systems that feel like they were built for the 2000s? Let’s be honest, outdated systems slow down staff, confuse […]
How Pobalscoil Inbhear Scéine Built a Stronger School Community with Compass
At Compass, we understand that every school’s journey is unique. When Pobalscoil Inbhear Scéine, a leading co-educational community school in Kenmare, set out to find a more integrated solution to manage their school operations, they weren’t just looking for new software. They wanted a partner who understood the real demands of school life and could […]
10 Behaviour Management Strategies Primary School Teachers Swear By
Creating a calm, productive classroom starts with clear, consistent expectations. For primary school teachers, using the right behaviour management strategies can make all the difference, helping pupils feel secure, supported, and ready to learn. In this blog post, we’ll share 10 practical behaviour management strategies primary school staff in Ireland can use to foster a […]
Ireland’s SMIS Framework for School MIS: Compass Champions Real Choice for Schools
Ireland’s SMIS Framework for School MIS is giving school leaders real purchasing power, making it easier to access trusted, cloud-based solutions without the usual procurement hurdles. Designed for Primary, Community National and Post-Primary schools, the framework simplifies how you choose and implement a School Management Information System (MIS), bringing more confidence, better support, and genuine […]
Compass Education Joins Irish Government’s SMIS Framework, Expanding MIS Choices for Primary and Post-Primary Schools
Compass Education joins Ireland’s national SMIS framework, giving schools more choice and control. Compass Education has been officially appointed to the Irish Government’s Multi-Supplier Framework for School Management Information Systems (SMIS) following contract signature on 22 May 2025. The national framework, run by HEAnet – Ireland’s national education and research network – lets every Primary, […]