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Cyber Essentials: The Policy Checklist Every School Needs
Cyber Security
Checklist
Cyber Essentials
Cyber Essentials: The Policy Checklist Every School Needs Cyber Essentials is a government-backed scheme that helps organisations protect themselves against common cyber threats. While it focuses on technical controls, successful certification also relies on having a solid foundation of supporting policies and documentation in place. If your school or trust is preparing for Cyber Essentials certification, here's a handy checklist of the core policies you'll need to support your application - along with a few extras that can strengthen your overall cyber resilience. Core Policies for Cyber Essentials Policy Required for Cyber Essentials? Why It Matters Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) Recommended Helps staff and students understand how to use devices and systems safely and responsibly. User Access Control Policy Yes Ensures only the right people can access the right systems, with prompt removal of access when no longer needed. Administrator Access Policy Yes Limits the use of privileged accounts and…
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