Your parent handbook has always been a PDF, time to go mobile friendly!

We know PDF’s were never meant to be read on a mobile phone. Sure, you can see the document but you’re stretching and pulling the text to make it legible.

We also know that everything we do these days in communications land is to make our content mobile friendly.

If you’re using our eNews, you can convert your handbook to a mobile friendly version. And if you’re not using eNews, read on, we have something for you too!

Check out these links of some schools that have converted.

• https://www.caulfieldps.vic.edu.au/enews/details/40
• https://www.glenps.vic.edu.au/enews/details/19

There are many benefits to a digital handbook;

• You look like a tech savvy school
• Built in translator for schools with a multi-cultural community
• You can make edits without having to reissue the handbook
• Parents always have access to your content on their mobiles

For schools using eNews

Just convert your PDF content into chapters by using the Article feature; just the way you do to create articles for your eNews.
Once you have the articles written, then create an eNews edition but in this instance title it as Parent Handbook 2025.
Once published, just issue the link to your new parents (a link like those above).
If you’d like some help with this process, please contact our helpdesk.

For schools NOT using eNews

We can create the mobile friendly, digital version of your handbook for you. The cost for this service starts from $125 and is dependent on the size of your handbook. Contact our helpdesk for a firm price.

Time to go digital!


Sinead Bannon
Operations Manager

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Is your school website overdue for a refresh but you can’t find the time to tackle it? With your hands full managing day-to-day school operations, overhauling your website might seem like a daunting task. But what if we told you that you can head into the summer holidays and come back to a fully updated, visually stunning website—without lifting a finger?

Here’s how we can make it happen:

Fresh Content, Minimal Effort

We understand that gathering content for a website revamp can feel overwhelming. That’s why we make the process simple. By using your parent information booklet and a couple of recent newsletters, we’ll curate updated, accurate content to ensure your website reflects your school’s latest information and achievements.

Choose a Stunning New Theme

A new look can do wonders for your website. We offer a selection of 10 professionally designed themes tailored to schools, ensuring your site looks modern and user-friendly. Whether you’re after something vibrant and engaging or clean and professional, we’ve got the perfect theme to suit your school’s style.  Take a look at them here.

Relax and Enjoy Your Break

Hand the reins over to us, and you can enjoy your summer knowing your website is in expert hands. While you recharge, we’ll handle all the technical details—from updating your content to implementing your chosen theme. You’ll return to a polished, easy-to-navigate site that will impress parents, students, and the wider community.

Why Update Your Website?

A refreshed website isn’t just about aesthetics. It’s an essential tool for:

• Attracting new families: First impressions matter, and your website is often the first point of contact.
• Improving communication: An updated site ensures parents can easily find the latest information.
• Saving time: A well-organised website reduces the need for phone calls or emails asking for basic information.

Ready for Your Website Makeover?

Let us take the stress out of updating your school’s website. Our streamlined process means minimal effort for you and maximum impact for your school. Contact us today to book your summer website makeover and start the new year with a site that makes your school shine.

Same Theme Website Refresh Only:  $295

Website Refresh & New Theme *SPECIAL OFFER: $395

Email: helpdesk@updat-ed.com.auto discuss your options.


Sinead Bannon
Operations Manager

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You'd be surpised by how much work your website does; Google Analytics can reveal all. Google has been busy relaunching its analytics package and it's pretty awesome.

Why are web analytics important?

You'll learn what your visitors find useful, their pathway through your site and insights into how your enrolment program is tracking, just for starters.

Below are some of the reports available through the new-look Google Analytics.

The numbers below are from a primary school of 300 students across one month.

• 760 Google search clicks
• 26,000 web impressions
• Desktop vs mobile search clicks
• Most clicked pages

Google Analytics sends a monthly highlights report via email. To receive the report, the receiver’s email must be attached to a Google account.

We're currently adding the generic school email as the sending destination. But, if you wish to receive the report to your own email, please complete the form below with your details.

Note: As we add the generic school email, the system tells us if the email is attached to a Google account. If it isn't, we'll contact you.

And finally, if you love numbers, you can go on a deep dive into your web traffic and disappear down a rabbit hole of data. To each their own!
 



Please complet the form to receive the Google Anlytics report to your own email





Founder: Updat-ed

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Term 1 PD dates are now available. All PD's are free.  All you need to do is register to the PD you wish to attend and login on the day with a cup of tea/coffee to sit back and learn some new tricks, or see some new features.

BEGINNER BASICS
This session will run you through the basics of maintaining your website including - loading pdfs, images, creating new pages and adding dates to your calendar.   Suitable for users that have attended the initial sponsor-ed training but need a refresher.
Running time: Approx 45 minutes

Tuesday 11th February at 11.30am (8.30am WST)
Register here

Thursday 27th February at 1.30pm (10.30am WST)
Register here


INTRODUCTION TO eNEWS
New year, time to start thinking about trialling the Updat-ed eNews system. Create visually stunning newsletters with ease, from inside your website.  Suitable for school's who have not yet used the eNews system.
Running time: Approx 45 minutes

Wednesday 12th February at 1pm (10am WST)
Register here


MASTERING eNEWS
You are already using the Updat-ed eNews and would like some tips & tricks.  Meet with us for a session on mastering the eNews - from creating custom eNews headers, adding your calendar & photo galleries to your articles, working with videos and archiving explained. Always time for a Q&A at the end.
Running time: Approx 45 minutes

Monday 17th February at 12pm (9am WST)
Register here

COMMUNICATIONS STRATEGY - WHY THE NEWSLETTER?
If you feel that your comms is in a tangle managing a parent portal, newsletter, website, seesaw, hey throw in Facebook too, then it’s probably time for a rethink.

We'll unpack the one vehicle common to all schools, the newsletter, and use it to highlight that any writing must be informed by a strategy. And don't worry, strategy number one is 'write less'. 

We'll get you communicating with outcomes that serve both the parents and the school.

Fun Fact: Did you know that publishing at the right time of the day and day of the week is critical to maximising engagement? Oh, stop me, I've only just started; so much more to cover.
Running time: Approx 45 minutes

Tuesday 25th February at 12.30pm (9.30am WST)
Register here


WEBSITE ANALYTICS EXPLAINED
Website reports are essential for optimising your school’s website strategy. They provide valuable insights into how visitors find your site, which pages perform best, and where improvements are needed. By understanding search traffic and performance, schools can ensure their website serves the right audience.
Running time: Approx 25 minutes

Wednesday 19th February at 1pm (9am WST)
Register here


Sinead Bannon
Operations Manager

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