I hope this message finds you and your families well and enjoying the summer holidays.
Introduction of Bromcom Student Data Platform
I am writing to inform you that The Treviglas Academy has updated the way we manage student data. For many years, we have used a system called SIMS to store important information such as student contact details, attendance records, behaviour and achievement data, and assessments.
Following a thorough procurement process by the Trust, we have decided to replace SIMS with a new, cloud-based platform called Bromcom. Bromcom is widely used across secondary schools in the UK and serves a similar function to SIMS.
We chose this platform for its enhanced functionality, which allows us to manage and analyse student data more effectively. This will support us in delivering even better educational outcomes. Bromcom also has a number of additional useful features for the school and parents and carers. We want to reassure you that your child’s personal data will continue to be stored securely and in full compliance with data protection regulations, just as it was with SIMS. While the system we use to manage student information is changing, the type of data we collect and how we use it remains the same - solely for the purpose of managing students’ education and the operation of the school.
How Will This Change Affect Parents and Carers?
As you may be aware, The Treviglas Academy currently uses several different platforms to
communicate with parents and carers and this is not ideal. We use the School Gateway App for messaging and payments, as well as SatchelOne for behaviour and achievement updates.
From 1st September 2025, we will begin using a new, all-in-one parent app called
MyChildAtSchool (MCAS). This will become our preferred method of communication and will
consolidate everything into one easy-to-use platform.
What is MyChildAtSchool (MCAS)?
MyChildAtSchool (MCAS) is a parent portal that allows you to view your child's academic
performance in real time via a web browser or mobile app. Over time, we plan to use the following MCAS features:
✔ General notifications and messages
✔ Pupil details checks and updates
✔ Attendance tracking
✔ Parental consents
✔ Clubs and trips notifications and payments
✔ Dinner money payments and balance checks
✔ Achievement and behaviour updates (replacing SatchelOne)
✔ Detention Notifications
✔ Student reports
Downloading the App and Logging In
We encourage all parents and carers to download and install the app as soon as possible. From 1st September 2025, app notifications will be our primary method of communication, and all payments will be processed through MCAS as School Gateway will no longer be active.
The app for parents/carers is available for download from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store—simply search for "MyChildAtSchool" by Bromcom Computers Plc.