web parts
Education-ready web parts, right out of the box
From class dashboards to on-demand resources and literacy-boosting features, our custom web parts integrate directly with SharePoint and Teams – helping you get the most from Microsoft 365 in education.
The Cloud Design Box Web Parts are included as standard as part of the comprehensive solution enjoyed by all Cloud Design Box education customers.
Not available for standalone purchase
Education Web Parts
Enhance teaching, learning and organisation with our education-focused SharePoint web parts.
Class Dashboard Web Part
A personalised digital hub for every teacher and student.
The Class Dashboard gives staff and students a clear, structured view of their classes — with instant access to learning materials, Teams, assignments and resources. Built on SharePoint and Teams and fully synced with your MIS (e.g. Arbor, SIMS, iSAMS), it helps create a consistent learning experience across subjects while saving time and improving communication.
Time-saving: All class content in one place
Consistent: Same layout across subjects
Student-friendly: Supports independent learning and catch-up
Teacher-ready: Simplifies planning, sharing and feedback
Staff Toolbox Web Part
One powerful place for everything staff need
The Staff Toolbox brings together high-impact tools — including Student Assignment Search, Assignment Analytics, Cover Manager, quick links and dashboards — right on the SharePoint homepage.
Reduces workload and duplication
Boosts Microsoft 365 adoption
Saves time for teachers and admin
Supports smarter collaboration
My Assignments Web Part
Stay on top of workload
The My Assignments web part gives students a clear, personalised view of their upcoming homework and class assignments — all visible from the SharePoint homepage. It connects directly to Microsoft Teams, making it easy to check due dates, open tasks, and track progress without switching apps.
Instantly view upcoming deadlines
Click to open assignments in Teams
Promotes independence and accountability
My Classes Web Part
One-click access to every class
The My Classes web part lists a user’s current Class Teams, giving teachers and students quick, consistent access to their digital classrooms. Whether you’re teaching five subjects or learning across multiple classes, it keeps everything organised and one click away.
Shows a list of active Class Teams
Direct links to each Team
Helps standardise access across subjects
A simple feature with a big impact on literacy
Bring your intranet to life with a daily word or phrase — complete with definitions. Spark curiosity and help build vocabulary in a low-effort, high-impact way. Words can be drawn from a preset list or customised, e.g. “Thought of the day”.
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School Business Web Parts
Simplify operations and streamline communication with our SharePoint web parts for school business functions.
Staff Directory Web Part (also a Viva Card)
Find the right person, instantly
Display staff contact details using filters powered by Entra ID attributes like role, department or location. Clean, searchable, and easy to update – with Teams integration to check status or chat instantly.
Learn how to create a Staff Directory here >>
Staff Briefing Web Part
The latest updates – without email overload
Automatically shows the most recent document from a chosen SharePoint library (e.g. staff briefing notes), with a link to the full archive. Ensure everyone sees the latest message — and can find older ones when needed.
Learn how to transform your team briefings >>
My Profile Web Part
Personalised access, from the moment you log in
Automatically creates a tailored profile banner for each user, displaying their name, photo and quick links relevant to their role. Fully automated and managed within Microsoft 365 - no manual setup required.
FAQs Web Part
Your internal knowledge base, made simple
Display common questions in searchable, organised categories – from HR and IT to safeguarding. Saves time for support teams and helps new staff get up to speed faster. Fully editable with no tech skills required.
Learn how to add the FAQ Web Part to a SharePoint page >>
Staff Spotlight Web Part
Put your people in the spotlight
The Staff Spotlight web part highlights members of a team or department, creating a sense of community and recognition. Simply add it to any team page to display names, photos, and roles automatically - powered by your organisation’s Entra ID data.
Show team members dynamically
Recognise departments and project groups
Strengthen staff visibility and connection
Build smarter, more connected school operations
With Cloud Design Box, your business functions become simpler, faster and more consistent — all within the familiar Microsoft 365 environment. Our SharePoint web parts bring people, processes and information together, helping every department work in sync.
Hero Banner Web Part
Make a bold first impression
Introduce key areas with a striking banner, background image and call to action. Ideal for showcasing your school’s mission, CPD areas, or major announcements.
Read more about the Hero Banner Web Part >>
Hero Search Web Part
Search that feels personal
Show a personalised greeting with a prominent search bar and custom background. A more human, welcoming way to help staff find what they need.
Read more about the Hero Search Web Part >>
Call To Action Web Part
Drive action with bold links
Add clear, clickable blocks that guide users to key resources — from safeguarding policies to CPD signups or termly deadlines. Easily update them for seasonal priorities.
Read more about the Call To Action Web Part >>
CDB Menus Web Part (also a Viva Card)
Transform SharePoint by making menus much more user-friendly and showing links and sections relevant and accessible to the logged-in user
Go beyond what's available in out-of-the-box SharePoint, making it easier, faster, and more intuitive for staff to find the tools, documents, and systems they need. They make SharePoint feel like a genuine intranet, not just a file dumping ground. They add structure, save time, and reduce support queries from staff who can't find key content.
Web Links Web Part
Your go-to list of quick links
Display and manage a list of key web links, from policies and portals to external resources. The Web Links web part helps keep your intranet tidy, giving staff and students easy access to frequently used sites.
Create custom link lists with icons or text
Ideal for quick access panels and dashboards
Easy to update with no technical skills required
Section Breaks Web Part
Add polish and structure to your pages
The Section Breaks web part makes it easy to design visually engaging intranet pages. Add transitions, colour blocks or separators between sections to create a professional, modern layout — without needing design skills.
Add visual variety to long pages
Highlight important content areas
Improve readability and page flow
Promoted Links Web Part
Helps users navigate the key pages, Teams, document libraries and resources within the current SharePoint site. It can be configured to show the specific libraries you choose.
Increases productivity by ensuring staff spend less time searching and more time on more valuable tasks. You can decide what it is you want to draw particular attention to at any given time.
Google Search Web Part
Add a Google Search bar to any SharePoint page, helping users find the information they need without leaving the Intranet context
Everyone knows how to use Google, so no training required, and the user don’t have to switch apps or open a separate browser window.
Redirect Web Part
Redirects to any other SharePoint page
Ensures users always land in the right place, even if content moves, URLs change, or you’re directing different users to different destinations. Plays a key role in improving navigation, user experience, and governance across SharePoint intranets — especially in multi-site environments.
Viva Connections Education Cards
Exclusive to Cloud Design Box Customers
Viva Connections brings your intranet directly into Microsoft Teams, using personalised cards to surface the information staff and students need most.
Cloud Design Box is the only provider creating purpose-built Viva Connections cards designed specifically for education.
Available Viva Connections Cards Include:
My Assignments – gives students a clear, personalised view of upcoming homework, including due dates and tasks.
My Classes – provides a personalised view of a student’s classes, with quick access to class Teams, learning resources and teaching spaces.
Staff Directory – helps staff quickly find colleagues, roles and contact details directly within Viva Connections.
My Line Manager – gives staff instant visibility of reporting relationships and key management information.
Birthdays and Work Anniversaries – highlights key moments across your organisation to support culture and staff engagement.
Highlight Employee – showcases individual staff achievements and contributions, helping recognise and celebrate your people.
Word of the Day – promotes literacy and learning through a daily featured word surfaced across Teams and SharePoint.
CDB Menus – delivers consistent, role-aware navigation across SharePoint and Microsoft Teams.
These cards are fully integrated with Microsoft 365 and Cloud Design Box, ensuring information stays accurate, relevant and easy to access – directly inside Teams.
Design with purpose. Communicate with impact.
A well-designed intranet does more than look good – it connects people, strengthens culture and drives engagement. With Cloud Design Box, every element of your SharePoint site works together to reflect your identity and make information easy to find and act on.