Twine: Edsby for Independent Schools

Usually yes, but not with Twine.

In traditional deployments Edsby is integrated with an existing Student Information System (SIS). Schools that have an SIS can choose to deploy Edsby this way.

The Twine suite pairs Edsby with a cloud-based management console, alleviating the need for a school-run SIS.  By eliminating the up-front integration requirement, onboarding costs are reduced by 85% or more.

Some schools with an existing SIS utilize a hybrid model, utilizing their SIS alongside Twine for management of Edsby.

In most cases implementation takes 2 weeks or less.

We are sometimes able to arrange Rapid Rollout services to get sites running within just a few days.

Because Twine eliminates the need for custom integration work, our onboarding specialists can help initiate setup immediately, starting with configuration of your school and bulk-import of student data.

Onboarding services include online school admin training and teacher orientation sessions. Edsby is typically ready with class, staff and student accounts in 2 weeks or less, at which point teacher orientation and use of Edsby can begin.

There are three ways Twine benefits independent schools compared to a traditional Edsby deployment: capabilities, service, and cost.

1. Capabilities: In addition to core Edsby features, all Twine customers are provided the Twine management console for recording and managing student and parent demographic data, setting course schedules, generating transcripts, and more, without the cost or complexity of purchasing a stand-alone student information system. Schools wanting to do more may take advantage of optional Twine features not available in Edsby alone, such as emergency alert SMS notifications, fully managed public websites, tracking of student billing, and more.
2. Service: Twine specializes in Edsby deployments for independent schools, and has developed the expertise, processes and support to ensure you'll be happy with the results.
3. Cost: Most small to medium independent schools see savings  between 20% and 60% for Twine compared to Edsby alone. Savings are even greater when costs for purchase and maintenance of an SIS are taken into consideration.

Your Twine subscription includes all Edsby costs, and is priced based on student enrollment.

Costs include a one-time onboarding fee, plus an ongoing subscription (monthly or annual).  Your subscription level is based on student enrollment and the plans you select; all schools are entitled to unlimited staff and parent/guardian accounts to support their student population.  Plan and pricing details may be found here.