Who owns Schoolcomms?
ParentPay Limited
Isuz Limited/Parent organizations
How do you use Schoolcomms?
You can access Schoolcomms in SIMS from the Focus menu at the top left. Select Schoolcomms from the dropdown menu. You can send emails and text messages directly from the SIMS Student Details screen by clicking on the Schoolcomms button.
How do I install Schoolcomms?
Installation from the website
- Close SIMS if it is open.
- If you are upgrading your Schoolcomms version you will need to uninstall any previous versions of Schoolcomms by going to Start, Control Panel, Add/Remove Programs.
- Select Schoolcomms and click Remove.
- Browse to www.schoolcomms.com/download.
- Select Download.
How do I register for school Gateway?
To activate your School Gateway account, go to www.schoolgateway.com and register as a New User with the e-mail address and mobile phone registered with the school. A smart phone app (Android & Apple iOS) is also available that can be downloaded and installed.
How do you pay on school Gateway?
Bank Transfer is the easiest and most secure way to pay using School Gateway. The Bank Transfer set up can either be completed via the School Gateway app or website. Once the initial set up has been completed, there is no requirement to re-enter bank details each time a payment is processed via School Gateway.
Can you have 2 school Gateway accounts?
A parent can see all of their children on the same School Gateway account, regardless if they are at different schools as long as; The parent signs up to School Gateway with details that match what each school holds within their MIS for them.
How do you pay on School Gateway?
Can you have 2 School Gateway accounts?
How much does school Gateway cost?
If your school uses our messaging service, you can use School Gateway instead of receiving texts or printed letters from school. App messages cost nothing to send so using the app helps your school save money by cutting down on bulk texts and printing.
How do I add a school to ParentPay?
If you do not have these please contact the school.
- Log in to your existing account.
- Select Add a Child on the left hand side of the home page.
- Enter the username and password provided by the new school.
- Select Search.
- Select Add a Child to confirm.
How do I add my child to ParentPay?
Adding more children to your account
- Navigate to www.parentpay.com and log into an existing activated account.
- If using a smart phone, or other mobile device, select the menu icon from the top of the page, and select Add a child.
- Enter the activation codes exactly as written on the activation letter and select Continue.
How do I download the School Gateway app?
Download the Android or iPhone app.
- Press ‘Sign Up’ then enter the email and mobile number your school has on record.
- Press ‘Send PIN’.
- You’re now ready to log in and start using School Gateway.
Where to go for lunch break at schoolcomms Bude?
It’s very popular with holidaymakers as a surfing and family-break destination with it’s long sandy beaches and some of the top surfing locations in the country. Schoolcomms Bude office is just 5 minutes away from the beach and many of the staff here like to grab a sandwich and sit overlooking the sea on their lunch break.
How does the Parent App work with schoolcomms?
With Schoolcomms’ parent app, you decide which features your school needs. Then, set the colour scheme, logo and banner so parents can immediately identify your school’s app. Easily synchronise SIMS data with your parent app and messaging service. No need to enter data twice ever again.
When did schoolcomms get acquired by ParentPay?
In January 2017, Schoolcomms was acquired by ParentPay, the merger bringing together two leading lights in the provision of web and mobile delivered payment and engagement services for schools and parents. Schoolcomms provides the easiest and most efficient way to engage parents closely with their children’s education.
What do you like to do at schoolcomms?
At Schoolcomms we are dynamic, motivated and most of all, fun. We like to work hard and have a good time working and playing as a team. If you’re positive and forward-thinking, get in contact with us and we’ll see if it’s a good match. Bude is a thriving seaside town on the coast of North Cornwall.