Aptik Podium vs Greenhouse School Websites
Aptik Podium
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| Figure | Aptik Podium | Greenhouse School Websites |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | £26.25/mo |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 3 | 9 |
| Spec score · School Website Builders | 7.4 (#14) | 8.1 (#4) |
| Integrations | Aptik says roster sync can use CSV or JSON exports, and that districts can discuss direct SIS connectors during scoping. | The CMS integrates with Greenhouse mobile apps, Twitter and Facebook, Google Jobs, Google Analytics and Google Maps. |
| Security | Aptik describes product-isolated Postgres schemas with row-level security, AES-256 encryption at rest, and Canadian data residency in ca-central-1. | Greenhouse states that websites include SSL certificates, cookie pop-up notifications, secure hosting with daily backups and GDPR compliance. |
| Support | Podium's listed tiers range from standard to priority and white-glove support, while Aptik says customers get direct access to the product team. | Support is unlimited by phone, email and live chat, with self-serve training videos and weekly webinars. |
Plans
Aptik Podium
- DistrictPriced on request
- EnterprisePriced on request
- StarterPriced on request
Greenhouse School Websites
- Bespoke Primary£315 a year
- Bespoke Trust£315 a year
- Pre-designed Primary£315 a year
- Pre-designed Trust£315 a year
- Premium Primary£315 a year
- Premium Trust£315 a year
- Bespoke Secondary£415 a year
- Pre-designed Secondary£415 a year
- Premium Secondary£4,995 a year
In their own words
Aptik Podium
Aptik Podium has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
Greenhouse School Websites
Greenhouse School Websites designs and operates websites and a content management system for schools and multi-academy trusts. The CMS supports unlimited pages and menus, and can hold thousands of documents, photos, and videos. Staff can update sites in a browser from any internet-connected computer, while role-based permissions govern editing, approval, and publishing. Websites include responsive layouts and accessibility features such as keyboard access, clear labelling, text resizing, and reflow. Greenhouse also offers mobile apps connected to school websites, with push notifications, and integrations including Google Analytics, Google Maps, Twitter, and Facebook. Compliance tools include Ofsted early warning alerts and an audit tool based on DfE website requirements. Support is available by phone, email, and live chat, with training videos and weekly webinars. The company works exclusively with schools; it says standard contracts run for 12 months and do not require upfront payment before launch. Pricing starts at £945, and a free trial is available. Most schools go live in around four to six weeks, depending on design, content, and feedback.