We provide tailored, branded safeguarding solutions designed to address the unique needs of higher education institutions, empowering you to protect your community with confidence.

Empower students and staff

Flare for Universities

Transforming campus safety

Universities face the critical task of safeguarding large, diverse communities while fostering a supportive environment for learning and growth. Flare offers a tailored, branded solution that not only addresses these challenges but also empowers institutions to go above and beyond in their commitment to safety and well-being.

Flare provides universities with a comprehensive safeguarding solution that addresses key challenges while delivering measurable benefits.

1

Enhanced Safety for Students and Staff

With features like safeguarding alerts and location sharing, Flare ensures quick, precise responses to emergencies. Whether on-campus or off, users can request help at the touch of a button, providing peace of mind for everyone.

2

Seamless Communication in Critical Moments

Our instant announcement feature allows you to broadcast urgent updates—such as lockdowns, fire drills, or severe weather alerts—to your entire campus instantly, ensuring no one is left uninformed.

3

Accessible Mental Health and Well-Being Resources

Flare’s resource pages give students and staff direct access to mental health support, counseling services, and institutional safeguarding policies, fostering a supportive community and reinforcing your commitment to well-being.

4

Streamlined Incident Reporting

Users can easily report incidents like bullying, harassment, or safety hazards directly through the app, empowering your institution to proactively address issues and build a safer campus environment.

5

Data-Driven Safeguarding

Flare’s Admin Portal provides powerful analytics and insights into app usage, enabling you to identify trends, uncover risks, and improve safeguarding strategies.

6

Customizable and Branded for Your Institution

Our fully customizable apps allow you to toggle features on or off and align the branding with your university’s identity, ensuring your commitment to safety is front and center for students and staff.

7

Rapid Deployment and Maintenance-Free

Despite being tailored to your needs, Flare apps can be delivered in as little as five working days. Plus, we manage the deployment and maintenance, so your team can focus on supporting your community without technical burdens.

8

A Valuable Recruitment and Retention Tool

In today’s competitive higher education market, safety and wellbeing is a key consideration for students and their families. Flare helps your institution stand out by showcasing your dedication to safeguarding and well-being, helping you attract and retain top talent.

Your University Safeguarding App

Safety, Simplified

Real-Time Safeguarding Alerts

Flare allows students and staff to send emergency messages to designated safeguarding leads or pre-set contacts. Whether it’s a medical crisis, harassment, or an urgent threat, help is only a tap away.

Location Sharing for Immediate Response

Users can share their live location with safeguarding officers or trusted contacts, ensuring precise, efficient responses during emergencies, whether on or off-campus.

Instant Announcements
Broadcast critical notifications, such as lockdown alerts, fire drills, or severe weather updates, ensuring every individual is informed instantly via push notifications.

Comprehensive Resource Access

Provide students and staff with on-demand access to mental health support, counseling services, and safeguarding policies directly through the app, reinforcing your commitment to well-being.

Incident Reporting Made Simple

Enable users to report issues like bullying, harassment, or safety hazards directly from their phones, fostering a proactive safety culture.

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Your Admin Portal

Control at Your Fingertips

Analytics and Insights

Gain valuable data to uncover trends, identify risks, and optimize responses.

Broadcast Notifications

Send mass messages directly to users, ensuring campus-wide communication during critical moments.

Customisable Branding

Align the app with your university’s identity to demonstrate your commitment to safety and well-being.

Feature Control

Easily toggle features on or off to adapt to changing needs without technical expertise.

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Why Universities Choose Flare

01

Quick Deployment

We deliver fully customised safeguarding apps in as little as five working days, ensuring swift implementation for your institution.

02

Build Trust and Confidence

Flare’s branded apps showcase your commitment to student and staff safety, strengthening trust among your community and prospective students.

03

Affordable and Accessible

Our scalable pricing ensures even tight budgets can access cutting-edge safeguarding technology, complemented by a one-month, no-risk trial.

04

Fully Managed Solution

We handle app deployment and maintenance, including regular updates, so you can focus on what matters—supporting your students and staff.

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CASE STUDY: fourth monkey

Fourth Monkey Actor Training Company, based in London and affiliated with Falmouth University, is a renowned institution dedicated to nurturing the next generation of performers and artists. With students navigating busy city life as part of their training, the organization recognized the importance of a robust safeguarding solution to enhance safety and well-being both on and off-campus.

Challenge
Operating in the heart of London, Fourth Monkey sought a way to ensure the safety of its students while promoting a culture of trust and support. They needed a solution that was easy to adopt, aligned with their brand, and capable of providing real-time safety tools and communication features to meet the unique needs of their students.

How Fourth Monkey Transformed Student Safety with a 95% Adoption Rate in Just 30 Days

Solution
In October 2024, Fourth Monkey partnered with Flare to launch their custom-branded safeguarding app, Fourth Monkey SOS. The app was tailored to the institution’s specific requirements and included the following key features:

  • Safety Alerts: Allowing students to instantly notify trusted contacts or safeguarding leads in an emergency.
  • Live Location Sharing: Providing real-time location tracking for swift and accurate responses.
  • Panic Alarm: Enabling students to alert bystanders and call for help with a single tap.
  • Push Notification System: Ensuring urgent messages, such as updates or safety instructions, reached students instantly.

Results
The impact of Fourth Monkey SOS was immediate and significant. Within the first 30 days of its launch, the app achieved an impressive 95% adoption rate among students. This rapid uptake demonstrated the trust and enthusiasm of the Fourth Monkey community in embracing the app as an essential safety tool.


Mitchell Hunt, Head of Business & Brand at Fourth Monkey, emphasized the importance of the app, saying:
"Having the Flare app for our students ensures their safety and peace of mind whilst in and around our London HQ."

Key Benefits

  • Enhanced Student Confidence: Fourth Monkey SOS provided students with a sense of security, empowering them to focus on their studies and training.
  • Streamlined Communication: The push notification system allowed the institution to send important updates quickly and effectively.
  • Brand Alignment: The app’s custom branding reinforced Fourth Monkey’s commitment to student safety and well-being.


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  • What is Flare?

    Flare provides fully customized safeguarding apps designed to protect and empower your people. Our solutions are tailored to your organization’s needs, featuring advanced safety tools and seamless branding.

  • How does it work?

    Our apps combine intuitive and customisable safety features like instant alerts, live location sharing, and configurable emergency contacts, all managed through a user-friendly interface and admin portal.

  • Who is this for?

    Flare is ideal for schools, universities, colleges, and organizations seeking to enhance safeguarding and well-being for their communities.

  • What makes Flare different?

    Flare offers completely tailored solutions with prominent branding, advanced customization, and swift delivery, backed by a free one-month trial to ensure a perfect fit for your needs.

  • Is technical expertise required to deploy Flare?

    No, our solutions are fully managed and maintained by our team, requiring no technical expertise to set up or use. We handle everything so you can focus on safeguarding your people.

  • How is user data protected?

    We prioritize data privacy and security. Our apps do not collect any personally identifiable information (PII), ensuring user anonymity and compliance with data protection standards.

  • Can the app be private-labeled for our organization?

    Yes! Each app is uniquely built for your organization, featuring prominent branding and a tailored feature set to meet your specific needs.



  • How can we book a demo?

    Booking a demo is simple and free. Our expert team will provide a detailed tour of our solutions and consult with you to identify how we can best meet your safeguarding needs.