The Medway Grid for Learning (MGfL) is a secure private network connecting school local area networks (LAN) to the Medway Council network. This enables schools to connect with each other and access a number of services they would otherwise need to purchase and manage independently.
MGfL provides:
- internet connection
- website hosting
- virus and malware protection at school and home
- web filtering
- a unified support desk
- email services for staff and pupils – viewing emails over a private network increases security
- secure file transfer
- secure remote access
- video conferencing
- DHCP, DNS and USO services
- ‘Open Check’ school status - provides parents and pupils with convenient methods for checking whether a school is open, re-opening, or closed on a given date
- teaching and learning content
- training and guidance with a dedicated consultant.