Education Host Achieves Cyber Essentials Certification
Education Host Ltd is proud to announce that we are now a Cyber Essentials Certified Hosting Provider. This government-backed cyber security certification confirms that our cloud infrastructure, hosting platforms and internal systems meet recognised UK security standards.
Cyber Essentials is a UK Government-backed security certification designed to help organisations demonstrate that they have the essential technical controls in place to protect against common cyber threats.
The certification confirms that our systems, processes, and infrastructure meet the standards defined by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) and assessed by an accredited certification body.
Our certification was issued on 5 March 2026, confirming that our organisation complies with the Cyber Essentials requirements across our entire infrastructure.
What It Means to Be a Cyber Essentials Certified Hosting Provider
Cyber Essentials focuses on five key areas of cyber security:
Firewalls and secure internet gateways
Secure configuration of systems
User access control
Malware protection
Security update management
These controls help organisations protect themselves from the vast majority of common cyber attacks.
For our customers, this certification provides independent assurance that Education Host operates secure and professionally managed systems.
Security is Built Into Our Infrastructure
At Education Host, security is not something we bolt on afterwards — it is built directly into our infrastructure and operational processes.
Our Cyber Essentials certification covers the entire organisation, including:
Our OpenStack cloud infrastructure
Production hosting servers
Internal systems and endpoints
Network and firewall configuration
Patch management and vulnerability monitoring
All systems are actively managed, regularly patched, and monitored as part of our ongoing security management practices.
Why Choose a Cyber Essentials Certified Hosting Provider
Many organisations – particularly in education, public sector, and regulated industries – require their technology partners to demonstrate strong security practices.
Cyber Essentials certification helps provide that assurance by confirming that:
Systems are securely configured
Security updates are applied promptly
Access to systems is properly controlled
Malware protection is in place
Perimeter firewalls protect organisational networks
This gives our customers confidence that their platforms and data are hosted on infrastructure that follows recognised cyber security standards.
Continuous Security Improvement
Cyber Essentials certification is not a one-time exercise. It requires organisations to continually review their systems, processes, and security posture.
As part of our ongoing infrastructure roadmap, we continue to:
Upgrade and modernise server platforms
Apply security updates across all systems
Monitor our external security posture
Improve operational security processes
Strengthen access control and authentication systems
Security is a continuous process, and Cyber Essentials helps ensure that we maintain a strong baseline across all of our infrastructure.
Verification
Our Cyber Essentials certification can be independently verified via the official registry.
Certificate Number:
57befdc0-2a38-4f6e-8a88-4a09e9091175
About Education Host
Education Host provides secure cloud infrastructure, hosting platforms, and software solutions designed specifically for the education sector.
Our services power:
Student hosting environments
Virtual computing labs
Managed hosting platforms
Education-focused cloud infrastructure
Security, reliability, and operational transparency remain central to everything we deliver.
FAQ
What is Cyber Essentials certification?
Cyber Essentials is a UK government-backed cyber security certification that verifies organisations follow key security controls.
Why is Cyber Essentials important for hosting providers?
It confirms that hosting infrastructure follows recognised security practices such as patch management, firewall protection and access control.