The latest issue of Leadership Focus magazine includes a special feature exploring three of the most pressing challenges facing school leaders in today’s hyperconnected world. One of them: the growing threat of cybercrime.

In the Breached and exposed section, journalist Nic Paton explores why schools are increasingly in the firing line and what school leaders can do to protect their systems, staff and communities.

This section features:

• Expert insight from Matthew Setchell from IT firm Concero
   
• Real-world examples, including how one trust nearly paid a fake £50,000 invoice
   
• Practical guidance on cloud security and backup planning.  

Matthew also shares why small investments now could prevent much bigger costs later and why cybersecurity needs to be treated as seriously as physical safety.

If you’re thinking about how to strengthen your school’s digital defences – or want to understand the risks better – this piece offers a valuable starting point.

Have questions or experiences to share? We’d love to hear from you.

Please explore the rest of this issue of Leadership Focus for more in-depth features and inspiring voices from across our profession.