SOCS Innovate
We find, test and champion the technologies that genuinely enrich school life across sport, co-curricular, wellbeing and beyond. Working with the best minds in edtech, we do the hard work of identifying what actually works in schools, so you don't have to. From safe streaming to AI governance, these are the projects we're proudly behind. Your school stays ahead, without the guesswork.
We find, test and champion the technologies that genuinely enrich school life across sport, co-curricular, wellbeing and beyond. Working with the best minds in edtech, we do the hard work of identifying what actually works in schools, so you don't have to. From safe streaming to AI governance, these are the projects we're proudly behind. Your school stays ahead, without the guesswork.
Latest Projects. Ideas worth backing. Technology worth trusting.
We don't back everything. We back the right things. From safe streaming to AI governance, sponsorship to media, these are the projects we're proudly behind. Each one chosen because it genuinely moves the needle for schools, pupils and the wider school community.
SOCS TV
School-owned streaming for matches, performances and events. Safeguarding, GDPR and KCSIE 2024 compliance are built in from the ground up — not bolted on. Schools stay in full control of their content, who sees it and for how long. SOCS is referenced in the joint HMC, GSA, ISBA and PADSIS guidance on safe streaming in schools.
SOCS Media
SOCS Media brings together a range of multimedia channels including live streaming, replays, podcasts and wider digital content that support how school sport and activity is captured, shared and discussed. Alongside live and recorded coverage on schoolssports.tv, our podcasts, webinars and wider content help push the dial on topics that matter to schools — from safe streaming and safeguarding to broader conversations around school sport, participation and wellbeing.
SOCS Standards: AI Readiness
Powered by Pedagogue, specialists in AI enablement, learning and governance for UK educators. When governors ask "What's your AI strategy?" the answer needs to be ready. SOCS Standards: AI Readiness gives schools the governance, the staff readiness and the inspection evidence, all in one place.
SOCS Wellness
SOCS Wellness brings together a range of initiatives designed to champion pupil health, wellbeing and opportunity throughout school life. Working with expert partners, we focus on strengthening the support around young people, helping parents, coaches and schools work together to encourage personal development beyond the classroom.
The SOCS Innovate team
SOCS Innovate has proven innovation leaders at the helm focused on accelerating growth, innovation, and diversification across schools and youth sport.
James Strabo & Andrew Carroll
James Strabo and Andrew Carroll are seasoned entrepreneurs and investors with a track record of scaling products, partnerships, and ventures for global brands including Safeway, Blackhawk Network, Yocuda, Westfield, Global Blue, Apple, the NFL, and the NBA.
James and Andrew bring not only commercial and product expertise, but also a personal commitment—as parents in UK schools—to shaping the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs.