Comprehensive insurance cover that supports educational organisations through the unique challenges they face, going beyond what's expected.
With over 30 years’ experience supporting policyholders in the education sector, we’re one of the UK’s leading education organisation insurers. Our insurance solutions are purpose-built to cater for the needs of a wide range of educational organisations, with products that deliver cover across a broad spectrum. And with a variety of options, tailored packages, and unique elements that only Markel provides, you can support your education clients whatever their needs are.
Coverages and services designed to support specialist educational establishments
Our insurance product has been designed for specialist educational establishments such as:
- Education, literacy and vocational training services (not conventional education)
- Nurseries
- Playgroups
- Specialist schools
- Out-of-school clubs
Our Markel Care product contains coverage that can be customised to suit your organisation's specific needs, which generally fall into the three areas of risk below:
Responsibilities to third parties
Public and products liability, Professional liability, Management liability, Entity defence*
Protection of assets
Fidelity*, Cyber risks*, Legal expenses*, Property*, Business interruption*
Responsibility as an employer
Employers' liability*, Employment law protection*, Employees personal accident*
*Optional covers available at an additional cost
Key products sold on a standalone basis to this industry:

Markel Care
Commercial combined policy designed to support care organisations so they can focus on what really matters.

Cyber
Cyber risks cover designed to protect against both liabilities and the policyholder’s own losses, including legal, IT security and regulatory costs.

Legal expenses insurance
LEI that’s delivered by trusted legal experts. In addition to our advice services, our in-house law firm provides specialist expertise when the unexpected happens.
Additional services*
*Please refer to your policy for exact services included. Learn more.
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