IRIS Reach
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Schoolzine SZapp
7.6#1 in school website buildersFrom A$349 a yearFree planAndroidiOS
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| Fact | IRIS Reach | Schoolzine SZapp |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1978 | 2007 |
| Purpose | IRIS Reach is a cloud-based parent engagement suite designed for secondary schools. | SZapp is a mobile app that helps schools communicate with parents through a central hub. |
| Security | IRIS's security statement says customer data is hosted in UK data centres and describes Okta authentication, role-based access, and encryption of personally identifiable data. | The product page states that SZapp offers multiple authentication methods and GDPR compliance. |
IRIS Reach plans
No prices published.
Schoolzine SZapp plans
- SZapp (parent app)Free
- SZapp schools up to 250 studentsA$349 a year
- SZapp schools over 250 studentsA$599 a year
Pick IRIS Reach if…
IRIS Reach is intended for secondary schools and multi-academy trusts that need to manage parent communications. It may suit schools that want parents to access school messages and information through MyEd.
Pick Schoolzine SZapp if…
SZapp suits schools seeking a mobile channel for parent updates, documents, events, and school information. Parents can use it through participating schools.