SIMS Next Gen - New User
SIMS Next Gen for new users - Learn how to navigate the MIS with ease, discover intuitive time-saving routes to core areas for smarter daily tasks.
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Available to Booking Managers from schools or settings that are approved to pay by invoice.
Available to anyone booking on behalf of a school or setting who wishes to pay by card.
How do I know who our Booking Manager is?
Booking Managers are usually headteachers, setting leads or office managers / staff.
If my school / setting is not approved to pay by invoice, how can I get approved?
Follow the link below to our Help Centre where you can find a guide to help you.
What if I need further help?
Follow the link to the Help Centre where you will find details on how to contact our support teams.
For individuals booking a single personal space on this course
This SIMS Next Gen introductory course is ideal for new users who want to confidently navigate and use the MIS. You’ll learn how to access the system, personalise your workspace, and move effortlessly through the core features. The session covers the Next Gen Dashboard, helping you understand widgets, insights, notifications, and quick links for rapid access to key tasks. You’ll explore Pupil Profiles to view essential learner information, and School Headlines to monitor important trends across your setting. The course also guides you through accessing key modules such as attendance, behaviour, communications, and reporting. By the end, you’ll be able to use time‑saving pathways and intuitive navigation to support efficient day‑to‑day data management.
confidently access and log into SIMS Next Gen
navigate the dashboard and customise widgets
use quick links and notifications
locate information within the pupil profile
understand and view school trends access essential modules