IRIS Biostore

The system forms part of the IRIS school management suite and provides functionality for processing payments without the use of cash on school premises. Parents top up balances through an online portal or mobile application, with funds then used by pupils for catering purchases, school trips, uniform, music lessons, and other chargeable items.

The platform supports identification methods including biometric fingerprint recognition, PIN entry, and card-based systems at point-of-sale terminals in canteens and other locations within the school. Features include online payment processing, dinner money management, free school meal allocation, pre-order functionality for meals, and reporting tools for school administrators and catering staff.

The service integrates with management information systems and other IRIS products used in primary, secondary, and independent schools across the United Kingdom. Administrators can configure menu items, allergen information, spending limits, and account balances, while parents receive notifications regarding low balances and transaction history through the associated parent communication tools.