Migrating to a new MIS provider can be complex. We will be on hand every step of the way to help make the process run as smoothly as possible for you.
Here are some documents and information to help you throughout the process. If you have any queries at any time do not hesitate to contact us at mis-team@schoolsict.services
Section 1: Pre-Migration
MIS Migration process
What happens when?
The Arbor MIS Migration process takes 8 weeks for primary schools and 12 weeks for secondary schools. There are some actions that will need to be carried out by schools at each step. To help plan this, we have created migration timelines for Arbor for both primary and secondary schools.
Arbor Primary 8 week MIS migration timeline (updated Sept 2025)
Data cleansing for MIS
As part of the migration process you will be asked to cleanse your data. Getting this right first time will mean avoiding any problems further down the line.
If you have any questions about this please get in touch with the team. support@schoolsict.services
Data cleansing resources (SIMS)
Schools ICT no longer provides support for SIMS MIS. Please contact your SIMS support provider or ESS directly for the latest data cleansing guidance and assistance.
Data cleansing resources (ScholarPack)
Supporting documents to help with your data cleanse.
Book your MIS training
During migration you will need to complete some training in order to use the system effectively. These sessions will be free during your 8 week migration period, but will be chargeable after this.
Recommended MIS training
Unsure which training to take? We have put together a list of recommended training for each role within the school. Take a look at our recommendations, but please do book the training that you know is right for your team.
3rd Party App Suppliers
As soon as possible, start to inform any third-party applications/suppliers who have access to data from your current MIS that you are moving to a new MIS and when. There will be numerous apps linked to your MIS system, common examples include, but are not limited to, ParentPay, ParentMail, Wonde, GroupCall and StudyBugs.
Please be aware that there may be some third-party companies who are accessing data from your MIS due to an agreement with the local authority, please discuss this with Schools ICT if you are unsure.
Section 2: Post-Migration
School Crib Sheets (MIS)
We also have some handy crib sheets, many schools have found these helpful. We will add more of these as we receive them.
Supply Teacher Guides
Schools ICT has created a PDF guide to help with adding Supply Teachers.
Post-Migration Checklist
Please see our guide for recommended processes once you have ‘gone live’ with your Arbor system.
Guide to Arbor Reporting
Arbor Reports
Schools ICT have collated many useful Arbor help articles and report template downloads in one handy guide.
Section 3: Secondary Schools
Guide to Edulink
Read this guide to understand the recommended processes for using Edulink and how it works with Arbor.