To address the issues of reliable WiFi support, the Department of Education has launched a consultation to make six core digital standards mandatory by 2030. This means schools throughout the UK with underperforming networks that are holding digital teaching and learning back, will be able to take advantage of government funding through Connect the Classroom Programme to upgrade their IT infrastructure.
As established experts in education-focused solutions, we have designed and implemented several campus-wide networks that meet DfE's standards for networks that improve student learning outcomes. With online teaching and learning being integral to schools today we can support your needs with secure, robust connectivity to online resources using our professional design and world-leading hardware.
We provide next-generation WiFi, switching and security solutions that support the high-density needs of educational environments. We can help your school take advantage of government-funded opportunities to upgrade your IT infrastructures and can support your school from form submissions to WLAN installation and managed support. We cover all the needs of a modern, secure school's IT infrastructure including:
Six Core Digital Standards
- Wireless Networks
- Network Switches
- Internet Service Provision
- Filtering and Monitoring
- Cyber Security
- WiFi Design
What we Deliver
If your school has poor wireless coverage we can help you install robust, fast WiFi throughout your school to provide access to the vital online resources you need to improve student outcomes.
- We provide high-performance WiFi solutions from tier 1 vendors that meet the Department of Education specifications for Connect the Classroom
- We can help with the assistance of your application including help completing and submitting network designs, quotes and DfE forms.
- Our Wireless access points and multi-gigabit core and edge switching with a lifetime warranty on hardware
- We provide a minimum five-year licence including, cloud-controlled dashboard and software upgrades
Next Steps
- Once your school's funding is approved, contact us using the button below and one of our WiFi experts will call to discuss your project requirements in detail.
- We will then provide you with a quote in the format that meets the DfE's requirements and liaise with the Connect the Classroom team to ensure approval, amending plans if necessary.
- Once your project is approved, we will conduct an onsite survey to confirm your IT infrastructure requirements.
- We will complete a technical evaluation of your school and its current solution, and estimate the performance gains you will get from next-generation WiFi in a comprehensive report as part of our WiFi surveys.
- Our certified and experienced network engineers with then take over your project including full site survey to finalise your design, installation and test of your wireless network solution.
- Once installed we will provide full training
- Our technical team will then provide proactive network support to ensure it delivers optimal performance and scalability
If you're ready to know more, contact our Connect the Classroom sales team.
Why choose us?
- Hundreds of successful Connect the Classroom projects delivered
- Extensive experience in the education sector
- World-leading technology brands
- Highly certified WiFi engineers to Certified Wireless Network Experts (CWNE)
- Accreditations with Cisco, Cambium, HPE Aruba, Extreme, Ekahau and Fortinet
Customer Testimonials:
“We received a great service from Redway Networks with our Connect the Classroom project and our Meraki solution is delivering secure digital learning with the help of future-ready technology.”
Richard Wheatcroft, CFO & Principal Business Manager at the LEAP Trust
"We asked Redway Networks to help us with the application process for upgraded campus-wide networks to support our future technology needs. Redway provided us with a wealth of knowledge around Connect the Classroom and looked after the whole process from start to finish."
Richard Pycroft, ICT Manager at the Leverhulme Education Trust
"Redway Networks delivered an excellent Connect the Classroom Project and we are now providing the very best educational experiences for all our students."
Richard Clough, IT Director, Chorus Education Trust