Chromebooks for Learning
Unleashing Potential: The Cottesloe School Chromebook Initiative
At The Cottesloe School, we're dedicated to equipping every student with the tools to thrive. That's why we've partnered with Freedom Tech to introduce the Chromebook Initiative, providing students with a secure and versatile learning device.
Why Chromebooks?
Chromebooks go beyond traditional laptops. They offer a streamlined and user-friendly experience ideal for educational environments. Here's how they benefit your child:
- Effortless Collaboration: Chromebooks integrate seamlessly with Google Classroom, enabling effortless communication and document sharing between students and teachers. This fosters a collaborative learning environment where students can work together on projects and receive immediate feedback.
- Personalised Learning Path: Chromebooks unlock a vast library of digital resources, including interactive textbooks, educational apps, and online research tools. This allows students to explore topics at their own pace, delve deeper into areas of interest, and receive feedback electronically.
- Cultivating Future-Ready Skills: In today's technology-driven world, digital literacy is paramount. Chromebooks equip students with the skills they need to navigate the digital landscape confidently. They'll learn essential skills like research, communication, and critical thinking, preparing them for success in higher education and future careers.
- Ability to connect safely: Chromebooks can be managed safely, allowing access to school Wi-Fi and promoting specific educational apps and tools through the Google platform. Students who already have a Chromebook are able to use it in school; they simply need to be configured to our Wi-Fi by our IT support team. We do not support the use of laptops, Macbooks or any other devices in Years 7 to 11 at school.
Freedom Technology Partnership:
Through Freedom Technology, you can acquire a Chromebook for your child with:
- Flexible Payment Options: Choose from affordable monthly payments or a one-time purchase to suit your budget.
- Complete Peace of Mind: The program includes comprehensive insurance and warranty, covering accidental damage and theft, for zero excess. On-site IT support is also available to address any technical issues.
- Secure Learning Environment: Chromebooks operate within a secure Google environment, ensuring online safety and promoting the responsible use of technology.
- Price Includes:
- 3 Year Extended Warranty
- 3 Year Advanced Repair Service Loan device to use whilst yours gets repaired
- Ownership at end – no additional cost
- School Software, Applications, Network Access Chrome Management Console
Freedom Technology can be contacted directly:
- Phone number: 0203 857 5630
- Email: tech4learners@freedomtech.co.uk
More Than Just a Device:
The Chromebook Initiative is not about replacing traditional teaching methods. Instead, it complements them by providing a dynamic and interactive learning platform. It empowers students to take ownership of their learning, fostering a passion for exploration and discovery.
Join us at The Cottesloe School in unlocking your child's full potential with the Chromebook Initiative. Let's prepare them for a bright future in a technology-driven world.
How to order
Head over to our Chromebook Portal on the Parent Hub
Any further questions?
If your child is eligible for free school meals, please contact the school office. Assistance to purchase a device can be arranged where families are eligible.
How do I log a repair service ticket?
School/Parent/Guardian logs the repair claim following the instructions below at https://freedomtech.co.uk/help
- Complete the requested web form in full to submit a ticket to our repair centre using ticket type ‘Broken Device’ or ‘Claim – Warranty’.
- Once the ticket has been submitted, an automated email response containing a unique FTCS_XXXX reference number will be sent to the given email address.
- The repair centre will organise the collection of the device.
- Contact made within an estimated 4 working hours (Monday to Friday). The student device will be collected by a courier in a secure box on the arranged date.
- Once repaired, the device will be delivered back to the collection address, unless otherwise specified. Please speak with the school IT department about a temporary loan device.
- Please note, you must return the loan device to the school when your repaired device is returned.