Chromebook Scheme
The response to the Chromebook initiative has been overwhelmingly positive and therefore the Academy will be going ahead with the implementation in September. We plan to roll out the Year 6 and Year 5 devices by the end of September, allowing time for the children to familiarise themselves in school with the functionality but also allow time for parents/carers to sign the lease/purchase agreement and make the first payment before devices going home for the first time. The Year 4 devices will then roll out after the October half-term. We have put together the FAQ below to answer questions parents/carers had in response to the survey sent out earlier in the term.
The Benefits of Chromebooks
Chromebooks provide instant access to online learning platforms, educational apps, and a vast array of digital content. This will allow for more interactive lessons, personalised learning paths, and deeper engagement with subjects
Pupils will be able to collaborate on projects, share documents, and work together in real-time, developing essential teamwork and communication skills
Regular use of a Chromebook will help your child become proficient in essential digital skills such as word processing, research, presentation creation, and online safety
Homework, resources, and learning materials will be readily accessible from anywhere with an internet connection, promoting flexibility and continuity in learning
Chromebooks are designed to be portable and robust, making them ideal for daily use in school and at home
These devices benefit from automatic updates, built-in security features, and are simple for our IT team to manage, ensuring a safe and reliable learning environment
11.6″ display
Chrome OS and dedicated educational apps pre-installed
Drop resistant and spill proof keyboard
Frequently Asked Questions
The retail cost of each Chromebook is £240. As we are buying in bulk we are receiving a discount. In addition, the Academy has used various grants and its own budget to bring the cost down for every child. We are extremely pleased to be able offer these devices for £120. Moreover, we feel that the price plans offered make it accessible for every child to be able to use their devices both at school and at home.
For Year 4 Students (3-Year Plan)
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Total cost: £120
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Option 1: £40 per year for 3 years
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Option 2: 15 monthly payments of £8 spread over 3 years
- Once the final payment has been made your child will own the device.
For Year 5 Students (2-Year Plan)
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Total cost: £120
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Option 1: £60 per year for 2 years
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Option 2: 10 monthly payments of £12 spread over 2 years
- Once the final payment has been made your child will own the device.
For Year 6 Students (1-Year Plan)
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Total cost: £120
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Option 1: £120 paid in full
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Option 2: 5 monthly payments of £8 over 1 year
- There will be an additional final payment of £60 if you’d like your child to keep their Chromebook and use it for the high school studies.
Yes, parents/carers can choose to pay the full amount up front or in installments.
The Academy would like every child to have a device to be able to undertake their curriculum study at school but also have the same access to educational programs at home so they can complete tasks and homework activities. One key benefit is that children will have access to over 1000 eBooks to supplement their reading. Moreover, the children love the activities on Code Studio and again could take their learning further by having access beyond the school day.
If parents/carers choose not to contribute the devices will not be coming home.
Yes. The Chromebooks will enhance learning, not replace traditional methods. Handwriting, reading from books, and written methods will continue to be taught and practiced regularly.
Yes. Devices will be restricted for educational use only, with safeguarding measures and filters in place.
The Chromebook will support learning but won’t replace core academic skills. Students will still be well-prepared for environments with or without digital access.
Yes. We are mindful of screen time and are balancing Chromebook use with offline activities and breaks throughout the day.
No, for consistency, security, and compatibility reasons, all students are expected to use the school-issued Chromebooks. There is specific software and licenses that will be provided by the academy for use specifically on these devices.
Logins are managed by the school and can be accessed securely on other suitable devices if needed.
We are in discussion with a local business and we are hopeful that they can provide these free of charge.
Lenovo 100E Chromebook, 4th
The devices are to be used for educational purposes only and is managed by the academy. Any apps and software used within the school curriculum such as TTRockstars, MyOn, Code Studio etc will already be pre-installed on the devices.
All access on the devices will be filtered and monitored using the schools management software which complies with with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Pupils will have restricted access to the google search engine which will filter and monitor and content and key terms that is flagged by this legislation. Any searches made that are restricted are instantly flagged and captured by our management software.
You are liable for the maintenance and safe handling of the device. If a device is damaged or broken you will need to get this repaired. We have an agreement with a local IT repair shop who have provided a discount code should you need your device repaired.
Warranty will be available for an additional cost of £16. Details will be provided, covering certain types of damage. Parents will be made aware of what is and isn’t covered.
Designated storage areas will be available to keep Chromebooks secure when not in use.
The Chromebooks will be locked down for use between the hours of 8:00am – 8:00pm only. The devices will be locked down outside of these hours.