Cyber Security Core Standard
Change on 8 September 2026
- Updated on GOV.UK
- Summary added
In short
A link to the Department for Education Cyber Security Hub has been added to the document to provide schools with additional information and resources for protection against cyber attacks.
Who this affects: All schools and colleges, specifically the senior leadership team (SLT) digital lead, IT support, data protection officers (DPO), headteachers/principals, and governing bodies or boards of trustees.
Corrected by HeadteacherChat on 19 October 2026.
GOV.UK’s full note
Link to The Department for Education Cyber Security Hub added.
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