eGOV Cloud Supporting Vulnerable Children with Every Step
Comprehensive support for all vulnerable children cohorts including Looked After Children, Children in Need, and those with Education, Health & Care Plans.
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About eGOV Solutions
A trusted platform by local authorities for over two decades, supporting Vulnerable Children
eGOV Solutions, The Unrivaled Market Leader Empowering Vulnerable Children Through Innovation was founded by Managing Director Gary Daniels in 2003 with the vision of developing (ePEP), the first electronic Personal Education Plan for looked-after children.
We didn't just enter the market — we created it. For over 20 years, we have remained the gold standard — a battle-tested, high-stability platform trusted by local authorities to safeguard the educational futures of the children who need it most. We have established ourselves as the most widely used and highly recommended platform in the UK — supporting 86% of local authorities, 15,600 schools and a user base of approximately 67,000.
Today, our evolution continues with eGOV Cloud™. This is the UK's largest and most secure digital ecosystem, specifically engineered for professionals to monitor progress, attendance, and wellbeing across multiple cohorts of vulnerable children. As the mandate for Virtual Schools expands to include every child with a Social Worker, eGOV Cloud™ provides the vital, secure infrastructure local authorities require to ensure no child is left behind. We aren't just a software provider; we are the foundation of digital safeguarding in the UK.
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eGOV Cloud™ 2026
Platform Overview
Watch our latest overview of the eGOV Cloud™ platform for 2026.
Why Virtual Schools Choose eGOV Cloud™
Safeguarding life's journey
With over 20 years of experience, eGOV Solutions provides Local Authorities with Safeguarding knowledge and expertise to keep children's data safe.
86%
Local Authorities
15,400+
Schools Connected
98.5%
Attendance Collection
20+ Years
Sector Experience
86%
Local Authorities
The UK's Largest Virtual School Platform
Trusted by more Local Authorities than any other provider — including some of the largest authorities in Europe such as Birmingham City Council. 86% of Local Authorities and 15,400+ schools rely on eGOV Cloud™ every single day.
ISO 27001
Independent Cert
The Only Independently ISO 27001 Certified Platform
We are the only Virtual School platform to hold our own independent ISO 27001 accreditation. Not shared. Not inherited from a parent company. Independently audited against our own systems, staff, and processes — the highest assurance available.
98.5%
Attendance Rate
Real-Time Attainment & Attendance — Directly from Schools
Our API pulls live attainment and attendance data directly from school MIS systems (SIMS, Bromcom, Arbor, Civica) into the ePEP — automatically. No manual data entry. No delays. Designated Teachers communicate directly with Virtual Schools through a single, seamless platform.
20+
Years Proven
Proven to Improve ILAC Inspection Ratings
Virtual School Heads using eGOV Cloud™ consistently report improved ILAC inspection outcomes, higher PEP completion rates, and better quality PEPs — backed by real data, not just customer testimonials.
12+
Cohorts Covered
Every Vulnerable Cohort — One Platform
From CLA, CiN, CP, UASC, EHCP, Care Leavers to Post-16 — all cohorts supported in one unified platform. No bolt-ons, no separate logins. Every child, every cohort, every statutory responsibility covered.
Built-in
Pupil Voice Tool
Squiddle — The Young Person's Voice
Our purpose-built Squiddle platform gives children in care a secure, private space to share their voice, achievements and views — with built-in accessibility and Widgit symbol support. The child's voice is at the heart of every PEP.
Trusted by the Largest Authority in Europe
Birmingham City Council — one of the largest local authorities in Europe — is among the 86% of councils that rely on eGOV Cloud™ daily. Our platform is proven at every scale, from the smallest district authority to the largest metropolitan council in the country.
Our Products & Features
A complete suite for every vulnerable child
From Looked After Children to Children in Need and SEN, eGOV Solutions provides the digital tools every Virtual School and Local Authority needs.
eGOV Cloud™
AI Progress Tracker
Next-generation cloud platform using AI to track attainment, monitor attendance and oversee Pupil Premium allocation.
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ePEP Online
Electronic Personal Education Plan
The UK's most widely used ePEP platform. Trusted by 86% of local authorities.
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CIN PEP
Children in Need
Structured education planning and support for Children in Need.
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EHCP Online
Education, Health & Care Plan
Fully digital EHCP management from initial request through to annual review.
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Reporting & Analyticals
Live Reports & KPIs
Instantly access pre-designed or bespoke reports, filter in real time, export in multiple formats.
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Pupil Premium
Pupil Premium Tracking
Dedicated dashboards tracking spend, outcomes and effectiveness.
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ATTENDANCE COLLECTION SERVICE
Attendance Monitoring
Accurate, same-day attendance data. 98.5% average collection rate across 86% of authorities.
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API Service
Enhanced API Attendance Collection
Automated, tri-method hybrid collection from 15,400+ schools. Improving performance and data quality.
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Squiddle
Pupil Voice Platform
A secure private space for young people to communicate with teachers and social workers.
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SEN Support
Special Educational Needs
Comprehensive tools to support children with special educational needs, tracking plans, outcomes and interventions.
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Security
ISO 27001 & Cyber Essentials+
UK-hosted, independently certified. Your data never leaves the United Kingdom.
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Tuition Referral
Equal Education Tuition Referral
Seamlessly refer vulnerable children from eGOV Cloud to Equal Education tuition providers — covering all cohorts including CLA, CiN, CP, UASC and EHCP.
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Certified
Data Security & Compliance
The New Gold Standard in Virtual School Data Security
eGOV Cloud™ is the only provider in the Virtual School marketplace to hold its own independent ISO 27001 accreditation — not shared, not inherited. Every Local Authority and Virtual School deserves the highest level of protection for the children's data they hold.
ISO 27001
Independently
Certified
Why our accreditation is different
Many technology providers in the education sector list ISO 27001 on their websites — but on closer inspection, that certification belongs to their parent company or hosting provider, not to them directly. eGOV Cloud™ holds its own certification, independently audited against our own systems, staff, and processes.
For Local Authorities holding sensitive data on looked-after children, children in need, and those on child protection plans — this distinction is critical. Our certification is not borrowed. It's ours.
Independently ISO 27001 Certified
We hold our own independent ISO 27001 accreditation — not a shared or umbrella certification. This means every control, every audit, and every process has been assessed against our specific systems and data.
No Shared Accreditation
Many providers in the Virtual School marketplace share a parent company's certification. eGOV Cloud™ is audited independently — giving Local Authorities the highest level of assurance available.
100% UK-Hosted Data
All children's data is stored exclusively on UK-based servers. No data ever leaves the United Kingdom — fully compliant with UK GDPR and DfE data residency requirements.
Cyber Essentials Plus
Independently verified against the UK Government's Cyber Essentials Plus scheme — the highest tier of government-backed cyber security certification for public sector suppliers.
G-Cloud 14 Approved Supplier
Procured through HM Government's Digital Marketplace under G-Cloud 14 — independently vetted and approved for use by all UK public sector organisations.
DBS Checked Staff
Every member of the eGOV Cloud™ team with access to sensitive data holds a current enhanced DBS check — because security isn't just about technology.
Why Local Authorities Choose Us
Trusted on Performance
For over two decades, Local Authorities and Virtual Schools have trusted us to deliver reliable services, clear insight and practical support.
Unmatched Coverage
Trusted by more Local Authorities than any other provider — the most widely used ePEP platform in the UK.
Proven Results
Improved attendance, better PEP quality and higher completion rates — proven to improve ILAC inspection ratings.
Policy-Led Innovation
Constantly evolving to meet DfE and local requirements, shaped by direct feedback from Designated Teachers, Social Workers, Carers and Children.
Complete Safeguarding View
All your key data — attendance, attainment, PEP and safeguarding — in one secure, cloud-based platform with 24/7 access.
Fully Supported Service
UK-based team with deep Virtual School and Social Care expertise. Full onboarding, training, and ongoing support included.
Stress-Free Reporting
Our services simplify DfE and Ofsted reporting and are proven to help improve inspection outcomes.
Data Security & Compliance
Setting the Gold Standard in Data Storage & Cyber Security for Virtual Schools and Local Authorities
We take the security of children's data extremely seriously. Our platform meets the highest levels of UK government cyber security and data protection standards.
Cyber Essentials Plus
Certified to the highest level of the UK Government's Cyber Essentials scheme, independently verified.
ISO 27001 Certified
Internationally recognised standard for information security management, independently audited annually.
ISO 9001 Certified
Certified for quality management — demonstrating our commitment to consistently delivering high-quality services.
UK Data Residency
All data is stored exclusively on UK-based servers. No data is ever transferred outside the United Kingdom.
GDPR Compliant
Fully compliant with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Regular audits and DPIAs conducted.
G-Cloud 14 Approved
Officially listed on HM Government's Digital Marketplace as a trusted, vetted cloud software supplier.
DBS Checked Staff
All staff are CRB/DBS checked and undertake rigorous safeguarding training before accessing any data.
Gold Standard Cyber Security
Independently verified and certified to the highest standards of cyber security excellence.
Regular Penetration Testing
Our platform undergoes continuous security testing and vulnerability assessments to identify and address potential threats.
Trusted by 100+ Local Authorities
Your data. Protected. Always.
eGOV Cloud — Switching Made Simple
Transitioning From Your Current Provider?
We Make It Seamless.
Moving to a new platform can feel daunting — but it doesn't have to be. eGOV Solutions has a proven, structured migration process that guarantees full extraction of your historical data from any current provider, and seamless injection into our enhanced platform. No disruption. No data loss. No risk.
All Cohorts in One Platform
Unlike fragmented legacy systems, eGOV Cloud supports LAC, CIN, CPP, UASC, Care Leavers and EHCP children in a single unified platform.
No Historical Data Left Behind
Our electronic extraction process captures every record from your existing system. Full historical catchment is guaranteed — nothing is lost in the move.
AI-Powered Progress Tracking
Move beyond basic reporting. eGOV Cloud's AI Progress Tracker delivers real-time attainment flight paths, predictive insight and automated Pupil Premium accountability.
Trusted by 100+ Authorities
We have successfully onboarded authorities of all sizes. Our proven migration process means your Virtual School team experiences no disruption from day one.
Our Step-by-Step Virtual School Transition Process
Feel the difference and explore becoming an eGOV Solutions Virtual School if you haven't already.
We will support you every step of the way!
Initial Consultation
Our team arranges a no-obligation discussion to fully understand your authority's current setup, data landscape, contracts, and challenges.
Full Data Extraction
We electronically extract your complete historical dataset from your current provider — including all PEP records, attendance history, attainment data, Pupil Premium spend, and cohort information — ensuring zero data loss.
Secure Data Migration
Your extracted data is securely mapped, validated and injected directly into the eGOV Cloud platform. All historical records for every cohort — LAC, CIN, CPP, EHCP and Care Leavers — are preserved in full.
Verification & Sign-Off
Our migration team conducts a thorough data integrity check. You review and sign off before going live — giving you complete confidence that every child's record is accurate and accounted for.
Training & Onboarding
Comprehensive training for Virtual School Heads, Designated Teachers, Social Workers and local authority staff — delivered on-site, via webinar, or through our full video library.
Go Live — Seamlessly
Your authority transitions to eGOV Cloud with no disruption to monitoring, reporting or safeguarding. Our UK-based support team remains on hand throughout and beyond.
What Happens to Your Historical Data?
We understand that years of carefully collected data — PEP records, attendance histories, attainment trajectories, Pupil Premium spend logs — represents an irreplaceable asset for your authority. That's why our dedicated migration team electronically extracts 100% of your historical records from your current provider, regardless of which system you're moving from.
Using our secure data ingestion pipeline, every record is validated, mapped to eGOV Cloud's data model, and injected into the platform before you go live. Your Virtual School Head and team can access the full history of every child — including those who have left care — from day one on the new system.
Ready to Make the Switch?
Contact our team today for a no-obligation consultation. We'll walk you through exactly how the transition works for your authority.
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"ePEP has transformed how we manage our Virtual School. The real-time data and reporting tools have been invaluable for tracking our most vulnerable children."
Virtual School
North Yorkshire
"The attendance collection service is outstanding. We're consistently getting above 98% return rates which has dramatically improved our ability to identify children at risk."
Virtual School
Birmingham City Council
"eGOV Solutions has become an extension of the Virtual School. We can rely on the eGOV team to deliver high-quality and accurate attendance data."
Virtual School
Buckinghamshire Council
Jerry Cooper
Helen Jones
Damien Smith
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