Review of School Spider

Jan 2019

School spider is great but we would recommend some improvements. It is very difficult to find previous texts. Other systems show the name of the pupil as part of the reporting system. Parent information is also listed by parent first name rather than by pupil name. Ideally should prefer this sorted by pupil surname and then parents linked to the child. The payment system is very basic. We have had problems with the texting system and overcharging.

Kim Rawlinson found school-spider:
  • Significantly increases student collaboration
    Helps with permission slip collection. Informing parents of non-uniform fundraising days.
  • Slightly reduces teacher workload
    Website is simple to use - teachers' manage their own class pages.
  • Significantly improves school processes
    Helps with good communication to parents.
  • Significantly saves school money
    Parents download the App and then communications are free. Able to email letters and newsletters.
  • Significantly improves parent engagement
    Helps to ensure everyone is informed of school activities.
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