Year 6 iPad Scheme
Over the last few years, technology has moved on leaps and bounds and profound new opportunities for education have emerged. Communication is changing, methods of learning and working are evolving, and if we want our young people to be prepared for the opportunities and challenges they will face, we at the academy must evolve too.
Children spend a lot of time at school, but the learning that takes place at home is also extremely important to their future success. New technology, such as tablet devices, gives us the ability to make learning more engaging and more effective in the classroom, and the opportunity to extend learning beyond it, out into the community. We offer an iPad scheme which we believe enhances students’ learning experiences. We encourage the use of this device to be used as a tool for educational purposes only, in order to ensure each child can access their learning in a safe and supportive platform.
NOTE FOR YEAR 6 PARENTS AND CARERS:
We are excited to offer you the opportunity to join our digital scheme! This is a split scheme where students receive a new iPad at the beginning of year 7 with a refresh scheduled for the beginning of year 9. The rationale for this approach is to ensure that students have access to a high-performance iPad for the duration of their education from years 7 to 11.
Under the new policy your child will receive an upgrade and the following:
● iPad WI-FI 64GB SILVER-GBR 10th Generation
● Rhino case for 10.9/10th Gen
● Tempered glass
● Skiriva stylus
● Extended warranty cover
● 2 year Jamf
● 2 year accidental damage and theft
PORTAL INFORMATION:
The portal will be open for registration between now and Friday 19th July 2024. The contributions will be £16.50 per month or an optional outright purchase of £396. For the first payment, a £50 deposit will also be collected. This will be returned at the start of year 9 provided the iPad care has been upheld. This charge will not start before you receive the device in September.
The portal can be accessed at: Parent Portal login, using the web address:
https://westlakes.parentportal.biz/
Please use the code: WLA3-3
(PLEASE NOTE THAT ANYONE RECEIVING SUPPORT WILL HAVE A DIFFERENT CODE)
PORTAL SUPPORT:
Video Support:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mAAi3aZS-KDS1WPpIb1FMlEEk25CI-no/view?usp=sharing
PDF Guide:
ACCEPTABLE USE CONTRACT:
CONTRIBUTION AGREEMENT:
This iPad scheme is for everyone, so if you feel you may need some support then please contact Ellie Shaw at the academy.
If you have any queries regarding the iPad scheme, please contact Jill Sunter at the academy.