What is Connect the Classroom?
Connect the Classroom is a government initiative which is set to provide £45 million of investment to bridge the digital divide across schools in the UK&I. This funding includes £25 million for upgrade to your wireless networks and £20 million for fibre upgrades.
This initiative is to help schools and colleges meet six core government digital standards by 2030.
Who can take part?
The extension of the programme was announced as part of the Department for Education’s commitment to improve connectivity in schools.
Department for Education (DfE) aims to publish further details about school eligibility in spring 2025.
Eligible schools will be contacted directly by DfE before the end of May to claim their funding if they fall below the wi-fi connectivity standards
These standards include:
- Using the latest wireless network standard approved by the Wi-Fi Alliance
- Having a fully functional signal from a wireless network throughout the school or college buildings and externally, where required
- Having a solution that can centrally manage the wireless network
- Installing security features to stop unauthorised access
How can PMD Data Solutions help you?
With over 40 years of supporting the education sector with upgrades big and small, we partner with a number of leading Network Infrastructure vendors ensuring you have the ideal solution for your schools or colleges.
Our Services Include:
- Wireless Networks
- Network Switches
- Filtering and Monitoring
- Cyber Security
If you have been contacted by the DfE or have any questions on the initiative – drop us a message below...