As the needs of school communities expand and evolve, school leaders are increasingly eager to find technology solutions that do more than meet their current needs. Modern schools require modern systems, capable of anticipating and adapting to future demands.   

For New Zealand, this need had been met with friction due to the small number of providers catering to the country’s independent school market. But this is set to change with the arrival of Veracross into New Zealand. Following the successful reception of Veracross across Australia over the past few years, New Zealand is now set to benefit from a SIS with global power and local support, tailored to the unique needs of New Zealand.   

As a leading provider of school information systems (SIS), Veracross is at the forefront of education technology, offering a 360-degree suite of tools designed to future-proof the tech stack of forward-thinking schools. The Veracross New Zealand roadmap will include a commitment to many important region-specific milestones, including localising language to suit New Zealand’s education culture and becoming an approved provider with the Ministry of Education NZ.  

Veracross has a commitment to both New Zealand and the education technology sector that is sparking the interest of schools of all shapes and sizes. These commitments have inspired Medbury School, Christ’s College and St Andrew’s College to become the first three schools in New Zealand to join Veracross.  

Below we’ll share five ways Veracross will be making a difference in New Zealand’s SIS landscape. If you’re eager to learn more, you can reach out to our team, keep an eye out for details on the Veracross event we will be hosting in New Zealand in May, or come say hello at the ISNZ conference in September.  

1. A System That Grows With Your School

One of the standout features of Veracross is its ability to grow alongside your school, rather than staying stagnant with fixed systems and frustrating limitations. The Veracross SIS is inherently comprehensive, covering everything from student records to scheduling and beyond. But its power is bolstered by its ability to evolve continually with the ever-changing needs of your school. Veracross’s open API allows for seamless integration with additional systems you might need in the future, such as specialised admission or alumni software. This flexibility ensures that your SIS remains relevant and robust, no matter how your needs change over time. The Veracross SIS is also part of a wider eco-system of edtech products that work both independently and collaboratively. This means your school’s additional technology needs — like a parent app or a behaviour management tool — can be met without search beyond Veracross.   

2. Customer Service You Can Rely On

Exceptional customer service is a cornerstone of the Veracross offering. With implementation and customer success teams strategically based to provide support within your time zone, schools in New Zealand know they are always supported. With a growing team in Australia supported by Veracross’s sister-company, Digistorm, there are no long waits or forgotten requests. This dedication is reflected in Veracross’s industry-leading Net Promoter Scores (NPS) and retention rates.  

3. A System That Helps You Build Community

Building a strong school community is essential, and Veracross excels in this area with its single-record architecture. The Veracross system includes dedicated portals for each of your community groups — teachers, parents, students, staff and even your board members. By centralising all information in one accessible location, Veracross makes it easy for everyone to find the information they need, when they need it. This fosters a sense of unity and ensures that communication flows smoothly across the various parts of a school community.  

4. Data Integrity and Security 

In an age where data breaches are all too common, Veracross prioritises the integrity and security of school information and operates under the guidance of four key security principles: confidentiality, integrity, availability and shared responsibility. With cloud-based servers hosted in Australia and a 99% uptime guarantee, you can rest assured that your data is both secure and accessible. Veracross employs advanced security features to protect your most valuable information, giving you peace of mind that your school’s data is in safe hands. Some of the ways we prevent unauthorised access and make sure data is kept private and safe include:  

  • Having a consistent hosting strategy with one solution for all applications via Amazon Web Services’ secure cloud platform. 
  • Strengthening our systems with modern firewalls, DDoS protection, and built-in redundancies. 
  • Implementing role-based access control plus Single Sign-On and multi-factor authentication through Google, Authy, Duo, 1Password, or LastPass.  

5. Reporting That Helps Schools Make Informed Decisions, Simply

Effective decision-making relies on accurate and timely information, and Veracross delivers on this front with its powerful reporting tools. Gone are the days of clunky queries and waiting for a database administrator to build extensive reports. With Veracross, detailed reports are generated at the click of a button, easily exported, or visualised using the system’s advanced reporting tools. This empowers school leaders to make informed decisions quickly and efficiently, driving better outcomes for students and staff alike.  

In Summary  

Veracross is more than just a school information system; it’s a partner in your school’s journey towards a future-ready tech stack. By offering a system that grows with you, reliable customer service, community-building tools, robust data security and intuitive reporting capabilities, Veracross will support forward-thinking New Zealand schools to stay ahead of the curve. As the educational landscape continues to evolve, having a trusted and adaptable SIS will ensure that your school is well-equipped to meet the challenges and opportunities of the years ahead.