--- title: Cyber mythbusters for schools description: Last month, hackers stole sensitive data from 8,000 children at the Kido nursery chain, including names, addresses, and safeguarding notes. Some parents were even contacted directly. Experts called it “an absolute new low” in cyber-crime, showing that no organisation is immune. image: https://blog.isbl.org.uk/hubfs/howden.png --- [![CEOE_ISBL_Logo_Set_RGB_ISBL Primary-1](https://blog.isbl.org.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/CEOE_ISBL_Logo_Set_RGB_ISBL%20Primary-1.png?width=222&height=80&name=CEOE_ISBL_Logo_Set_RGB_ISBL%20Primary-1.png "CEOE_ISBL_Logo_Set_RGB_ISBL Primary-1")](https://isbl.org.uk) - [Return to Main Site](https://isbl.org.uk/) - [Events Calendar](https://isbl.org.uk/products/events/) - [Latest News](https://blog.isbl.org.uk/tag/news) [Register](https://isbl.org.uk/my-account/#register) [Latest Articles](https://blog.isbl.org.uk) [Archive](https://blog.isbl.org.uk/tag/archive) [Membership Support](https://blog.isbl.org.uk/tag/membership-support) [Opinion](https://blog.isbl.org.uk/tag/opinion) [Research](https://blog.isbl.org.uk/tag/research) # Cyber mythbusters for schools ![](https://blog.isbl.org.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Howden_rRpgCJtI_400x400.jpg?width=85&name=Howden_rRpgCJtI_400x400.jpg) Howden October 2, 2025 [mailto:?subject=I%20wanted%20you%20to%20see%20this%20site&body=Check%20out%20this%20site:%0D%0ACyber%20mythbusters%20for%20schools%0D%0Ahttps://blog.isbl.org.uk/cyber-mythbusters-for-schools.](mailto:?subject=I%20wanted%20you%20to%20see%20this%20site&body=Check%20out%20this%20site:%0D%0ACyber%20mythbusters%20for%20schools%0D%0Ahttps://blog.isbl.org.uk/cyber-mythbusters-for-schools.) *Last month, hackers stole sensitive data from 8,000 children at the Kido nursery chain, including names, addresses, and safeguarding notes. Some parents were even contacted directly. Experts called it “an absolute new low” in cyber-crime, showing that no organisation is immune.* *Beyond the disruption, these attacks deeply affect families. Parents worry about their children’s safety, while staff face the stress of managing the fallout. Without cyber insurance, or having insufficient cover in place, the burden of recovery falls entirely on the organisation.* * So why do schools hesitate? [Let’s bust some myths:](https://www.howdengroup.com/uk-en/news-insights/cyber-mythbusters)* - ***Myth****: We’re secure. **Fact**: Most breaches stem from human error.* - ***Myth****: We outsource IT. **Fact**: You’re still responsible.* - ***Myth****: We’re too small. **Fact**: Smaller targets are often more vulnerable.* - ***Myth****: It’s too expensive. **Fact**: It starts at only £900.* - ***Myth****: RPA cover is enough. **Fact**: It’s limited and excludes some key risks.* ***Cyber insurance offers more than financial protection, it’s a proactive tool.*** *Schools gain access to expert support and preventive measures like deep web monitoring, risk assessments, cyber awareness training, and more. These resources help strengthen your school’s cyber resilience, making insurance a strategic part of cyber defence.* *![Crescent Logo_Suppliers](https://blog.isbl.org.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Crescent%20Logo_Suppliers.png?width=354&height=185&name=Crescent%20Logo_Suppliers.png)* *Join our upcoming  [webinar in partnership with CPC](https://mail.howdeninsurance.co.uk/collect/click.aspx?u=RHJHUGRNanVGR04vQzJxOXNHNUFJR3RsSGtZdEhuSnFEakNyd1FZVmY5VWVZOTFRRS9rM0RuVk8ySkFoMjM1SWRZcVEwcmZkWjVQWDVtbHRYbjJXRGtncFQ2MGJPSHcrei95bXIrWURJWVdITjEyTFJuWmZING9NRDdHQ0VxdWpZN051Ly9INmFpY0poN25SMzNKU015cFpHbHY0U3ZiWFRMN3o5SGY1OUQyZDgvU2owTGxaeHlUc0dtVzB4LzYvdmRXUmpzS2VRb1NpUmNqcFAyTUZyWENvQ3JJanE3OVpZRVRRZFd1WTY3WVl0NkJDcWMwcnU2SlhVUVF2RXVkc2d4dDVjTW1mbjhHbGxmR0lMNW9iNUVjdWpiNGJMZVZyWFExbzV0b2Q2R0NFT3l6K3RYUklKN1d3RjcrbUFOMGU3RXRCZmFHdzRxTVVPWG1Mbm1STStwcytWbVFzS1ZzdHBoRGRtL3FxYkpiRHEvaEgrQUhTWm44WkJuVVVQQ0NHZ2Q3dlp6cEhjWEZaRldMUElHWVkwZHM1RVVvNURLM3RSeW0zWVJXZFFUSXRwN0h4YTNjWVEzZVprUVdGT2pIU0tHeklGbUlRVkhYTThEYlBEZ2t1LzFUZ0FuZlpZbU5VOXVGZ3U1UUR5a0hZZkRuamlNbHN5VTdhVWRNcmxiTFd0ZEc5MVdqTDYwMD0=&ch=03c270c5a7bbeaceae3ed8afee836bf9ebbc3742)  to explore what comprehensive cyber protection looks like, or request your free cyber scan by emailing [schools@howdeninsurance.co.uk](mailto:schools@howdeninsurance.co.uk) or calling **0333 234 1553. *** ![ISBL bulletin](https://blog.isbl.org.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/ISBL%20bulletin.png?width=525&height=210&name=ISBL%20bulletin.png)   ![Howden](https://blog.isbl.org.uk/hubfs/Howden_rRpgCJtI_400x400.jpg) Howden ## Related Articles ### [Why Strategic HR Matters: The Evolving Role of HR in Schools and Trusts April 1, 2026](https://blog.isbl.org.uk/why-strategic-hr-matters-the-evolving-role-of-hr-in-schools-and-trusts) ### [Are schools relying on AI too much? 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