Congratulations On Securing Connect the Classroom Funding!
Let’s get you started on your journey to learning without limits.
First things first – Connect the Classroom isn’t just about buying Wi-Fi equipment. It’s about implementing DfE Digital Standards-compliant infrastructure that transforms learning outcomes, so you need to ensure the solution you decide upon meets the criteria.
Mistakes to Avoid
Throughout the Connect the Classroom programme, we’ve supported schools in selecting, implementing, and managing reliable wireless networks. We’ve also stepped in to fix installations that looked promising on paper but crumbled under real-school pressure. Networks that worked during quiet testing but failed when 30 students started streaming video simultaneously.
Here’s what we’ve seen go wrong with other Connect the Classroom projects:
- Schools choosing suppliers based purely on price – leading to non-compliant kit
- Infrastructure that works day one but collapses under classroom loads
- Suppliers who disappear after installation – leaving schools to manage compliance and support alone
- Missing the DfE Digital Standards’ requirements – completely defeating the object
The cost of getting this wrong:
- Teacher and student frustration with unreliable technology
- Ongoing IT support headaches eating into your operational budget
- Failed DfE Standards compliance
- Additional cost to correct the error
Why Schools Trust Dataspire With Their DfE Projects
We’re the network infrastructure partner the DfE trusts for their most critical school projects:
- >120 DfE projects delivered successfully
- With this experience we know exactly what is required for compliance
- Proven track record helping schools maximise government funding
Not Sure If Your School Is Eligible?
Eligibility has recently been updated and each term, the DfE will be identifying which schools are eligible for funded support.
As it stands, schools currently receiving targeted intervention through the regional improvement for standards and excellence (RISE) programme will be eligible for connect the classroom funding.
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Next Steps:
- If you are eligible for funding, you will have been contacted by the DfE detailing your qualification for the scheme.
- Please complete the form at the bottom of this page to request a quote. Our team will happily discuss your options and provide a quote designed exclusively to DfE specifications. With expertise from Dataspire and best value from our technology partners, you can confidently share your quote for review with your DfE Advisor.
- Once approved, our team will develop the plan for your project’s delivery. We’ve got you covered from order to installation and even the training and support to follow!
Our team of DBS-approved engineers have delivered and supported hundreds of networks in educational environments with minimal disruption, within budget and on time so we will work closely with you to ensure you correctly tick all the boxes and are meeting the digital standards.
With this considerable experience in delivering DfE solutions, we can ensure your application is a success.
Connect Your Classrooms Today!
To learn more about the programme and get a quote for your solution – let’s talk!
All you have to do is complete the form below and we will walk you through the rest.
Many schools are already planning their autumn implementations. The key is ensuring you choose a supplier who truly understands DfE requirements and what your school would like to achieve.
Talk to us today.