Technology at CamSF

CamSF iPad Scheme – Sign-Up Information

A blended approach

At CamSF, we are committed to giving every student the best education possible. There is no doubt that digital technology will continue to transform the workplace and all aspects of our lives. We have a responsibility to our students to equip them with the skills necessary to succeed in that 21^st century workplace: to be digitally literate; to be able to think and work independently; to be able to problem-solve and to collaborate with one another. We believe that technology can play a crucial role in the classroom, transforming the learning opportunities available to our students.

While our ‘main school’ operates on a one device approach (an iPad), the situation is slightly different in the sixth form. Students can make use of the CamVC and CamSF iPad scheme (or potentially upgrade for a MacBook) or bring their own equivalent device or laptop (students would need their own insurance and take responsibility). All devices will be able to access our college Wi-Fi and systems such as Outlook, MS Teams, Office and CATalogue.

Our scheme works in partnership with Albion, an Apple Solution Expert for educational settings (https://www.albion.co.uk/education/apple-in-education) and the Birmingham e-Learning Foundation (https://www.belf.org.uk/), a charity whose mission is to work with schools and their parents to provide devices to pupils  and students, so that they can use technology for learning both in school and at home. The school will make no profit from the scheme.

What are the options and the costs involved?

Many of our students will already own suitable devices and come with them to college on a regular basis. As a college, we would like all students to able to access a device and have a similar experience. In effect we offer the following options (and costs). Students will of course still be able to choose to bring their own device for on-site use.

What about insurance?

The warranty and insurance is unique to this scheme and offers a number of key features, including accidental damage cover. We will manage all claims within the College. Please note that the insurance does not cover accidental loss; for example, if a student leaves their iPad on a park bench, this would not be covered under the terms of the insurance policy.

It is expected that students will look after their device, ensuring that it is transported in a suitable bag and not used whilst travelling to and from school. It is expected that the device will never be removed from its case. Claims for accidental damage will only be accepted by the insurance company if the device is stored in the case provided. Claims for theft will require a police crime number.

Is there any financial support available?

For students at CamSF eligible for the Bursary Scheme, financial support is available. For more information on financial support at CamSF please visit the information pages of our website.  

How to sign-up

Sgn up for your device here