
HR software for schools that works the way education works
School HR software built specifically for schools, academies and trusts
Managing people in education isn’t like managing any other workforce. With Access Education People, you get HR software for schools that’s tailored to your sector, helping you:
- Centralise all staff data in one secure, easy-to-use school HR system
- Stay compliant with education-specific regulations and reporting
- Reduce admin with self-service tools for staff and managers
- Improve recruitment, retention, and engagement across your school or trust

Built for education – HR software for schools that delivers results
Explore the powerful features of our school HR software
From recruitment and onboarding to appraisals and reporting, our HR software for education supports every stage of the employee lifecycle.
Trusted HR software for schools
Discover how our HR software for schools can transform your people management
Integrated payroll when you need it
HR and payroll systems for education that work together seamlessly
While Access Education People is a complete school HR software solution on its own, it also integrates with our HR and payroll software for schools for a truly joined-up approach. Our education payroll services ensure staff are paid accurately and on time, with data flowing directly from HR to payroll — reducing errors and duplication.

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Is your HR software for schools suitable for multi-academy trusts?
Yes — Access Education People is built for both single schools and MATs, with centralised data and reporting.
Can I integrate payroll later?
Yes — you can start with our school HR software alone then add our payroll solution for education when you need it.
Does it integrate with my MIS?
We integrate with Arbor and Bromcom, with more MIS integrations coming soon.
How long does implementation take?
This depends on your school size and data migration, but we’ll guide you every step of the way.
Is training provided with your school HR software?
Yes — we provide onboarding, training, and ongoing UK-based support. Learning new technology can be a little daunting, but our ongoing support will address any questions or concerns that may arise as you use the software.
One platform, one predictable price
Bundle our HR and payroll software for schools with other Access solutions for finance, learning, and school management — one contract, one login, one trusted partner.
- Financial Management: Optimise budgeting and financial management with real-time insights and simplified reporting.
- People Management: Manage recruitment, payroll, and staff well-being effortlessly.
- Parental Engagement: Consolidate communications and administrative tasks into one intuitive system.
- Curriculum & Assessment: Enrich learning with Access GCSEPod and Key Stage 3 resources, offering comprehensive content and insights.