Cyber Essentials certification for Puffins of Exeter
A trusted Exeter childcare provider needed independent proof that sensitive family data was being handled securely. 1-Zero-1 got them certified.
- Client: Puffins of Exeter
- Location: Exeter
- Indsutry: Childcare
- Services: Cyber Essentials & managed security
Parents, partners, and regulators expect proof
Puffins of Exeter handles sensitive information about children and families every day. Parents, local authorities, and partner organisations increasingly expect nurseries to demonstrate, not just claim, that data is managed securely.
The goal wasn’t simply to tick a box. Puffins wanted Cyber Essentials certification as genuine evidence of a strong security posture, and a platform to build on as the organisation grows.
What Did We Do?
A structured programme from audit to certification
1-Zero-1 worked through a phased programme covering every area the Cyber Essentials framework requires, and more.
Infrastructure review
Full assessment of the IT environment – network, firewalls, devices, accounts, applications, and existing security controls, establishing a clean asset register and security baseline
Device management
All endpoints enrolled into ConnectWise RMM for centralised monitoring, with Microsoft Entra ID providing secure identity management and consistent security policies across every device.
Patch management
Automated patching for Windows and third-party applications, with continuous compliance monitoring and rapid deployment of critical security fixes.
Vulnerability monitoring
Roboshadow deployed alongside ConnectWise RMM for continuous scanning, compliance tracking, and prioritised remediation, replacing ad-hoc manual checks with ongoing visibility.
What Was the Result?
Cyber Essentials certified, and properly protected
Puffins of Exeter passed Cyber Essentials certification. Beyond the certificate, the nursery now has a managed security platform running continuously in the background, so staff can focus on childcare rather than IT.
- Cyber Essentials certification achieved
- Independent assurance for parents, partners, and local authorities
- Centralised monitoring and management of all devices via ConnectWise RMM
- Continuous vulnerability scanning and remediation through Roboshadow
- Automated security patching with compliance reporting
- Multi-factor authentication and stronger identity controls in place
- A security platform that grows with the organisation
Speak To Our Team
If you’re dealing with ongoing IT issues, concerned about security, or simply want a clearer picture of how your IT is set up, we’re happy to help. Get in touch to arrange a conversation with our team and see whether 1-Zero-1 is the right fit for your business.