Connect the Classroom
Connect the Classroom is a Department for Education (DfE)-funded programme that helps schools’ nationwide access effective, comprehensive wireless networking designed for education. The funding supports modern, robust network infrastructure that connects staff, students and visitors and enables an effective learning experience.
How we will help Connect the Classroom?
We’ll work with you to design a network tailored to your needs. We’ll review your local area network, wireless network and security requirements, then provide a secure, comprehensive proposal covering every element of the solution.
If the new solution requires cabling, we can complete the work while minimising disruption.
We can survey your site to confirm the right wireless coverage across school buildings and outdoor areas, giving users a reliable experience from day one.
Our dedicated in-house team will install and configure all equipment according to the agreed design, then test the solution to ensure it works from day one.
Skills transfer/ Training will ensure your new solution can be managed in-house from completion.
DfE Funding Opportunity
We understand how stretched school IT budgets can be and know how to maximise the value of available funding. This helps ensure your new high-speed network supports engaging learning for years to come.
As specialists in Aruba, Cisco Meraki, Fortinet, Ruckus, Unify and Ruijie networking technologies, we provide wired and wireless assessments, design, resale, implementation tailored to your existing network and preferred technologies—all through one expert provider.
Enrolment is not automatic, so if you are offered Connect the Classroom funding, you must apply – let UCS guide you through the process.
Why Choose UCS Technologies?
So, how can we help your school access better network speeds for your staff and pupils?
UCS Technologies are IT specialists with over 30 years of experience within the industry. Over the years, we’ve developed long-standing relationships with schools throughout the UK so we are well-equipped to complete infrastructure upgrades to suit your requirements and timelines.
A selection of our education clients includes Newcastle University, New College Durham and Teesside University.
What is the process?
The process for application is easy…
• DfE Invitation to the School
• School acceptance
• UCS to survey the school and walk through the application, ensuring you understand the technical jargon and submission process
• Acceptance of design and letter to proceed
• Installation is outside learning time, back shift, weekends
• No disruption to teaching and learning
• Seamless transition from old to new including manufacturers training
• Invoicing support and payment
UCS Technologies will remain on hand after your installation for any queries you may have.
Just some of the schools and academies we have already supported…
Don’t ask us, ask them.
Kearsley Academy 136135
Manor Academy 141686
Beacon of Light 142882
Brougham Primary 142965
Carnagill 147593
Holmwood 111775
Newham Bridge 150089
West Park 141717
West View 141627
Whinney Banks 134076
Beacon Centre 108666
East Boldon Juniors 108692
Toner Avenue 108704
Roundhill Academy 138079
Haydon Bridge High School 122328
Newtown Primary 148137
John Spence Community High School 108644
Benton Park Primary 108459
Greenhead College 130538
Woodham Academy 138717
Woodlands Academy 139482
James Calvert Spence College (Coquet Community School) 122349
Durham Academy 149251
Addingham Primary 107286
Denby Dale Primary 107688
John Fisher, Leeds 141470
Oulton Primary School 107842
Peel Park 101494
St Joseph Catholic School 148482
St Mary & St Peters, Bradford 107329
Dyke House 139405
Hetton School 149235
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