The development of a learning Platform appropriate for your school, may be one of the most important strategic planning decisions that can be made. Most Local Authority schools in the South West will have access to
SWGfL Merlin which may provide an adequate solution and meet requirements set by the DCFS such as:
- Access to personalised learning space
- Parental access
- Management Information Systems access
Find out how you could benefit from development of a learning platform
here. Additional information can be found in the
SWGfL Merlin sections of this website.
For schools that already have a Learning Platform in place, SWGfL Merlin can provide added functionality and interoperability, allowing for simplified access to learning and teaching content outside of school.
This website will support key stakeholders in the process of understanding and engaging in Learning Platforms.
We are always interested to hear about your own experiences and suggestions of resources that can be included in this website that can be of benefit to others. Please e-mail us at
enquiries@swgfl.org.uk with links, suggestions and feedback.
Latest News
My First Place Launched
My First Place was released in January 2009 and provides the ideal interface for young children to begin using
SWGfL Merlin.
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Interoperability Framework (SIF) Recommended
To improve the way in which those in education collect and share data, the Department for Children, Schools and Families (DCSF), the Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills (DIUS) and Becta have published a statement of intent recommending the adoption and use of the Schools Interoperability Framework.
SWGfL Merlin launches
SWGfL are delighted to announce the launch of SWGfL Merlin, a new service for learners. To find out more, visit the
SWGfL Merlin section of this site.
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