iPad Program Overview
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Program Overview
The 1-to-1 iPad program is an exciting program that enhances and complements the Primary School curriculum. The iPad program is aligned with the school’s Mission, Vision, and Values, our STEM initiatives, and curriculum designed to prepare our students for future excellence.
Educational technology in the classroom facilitates and enhances a range of learning opportunities that are more personalized and authentic for all students. The iPad program has been designed to realize this by providing students a personalized learning experience and tool that encourages students to extend their learning by giving them access to an extensive range of tools and resources they can use, right at their fingertips.
This page contains important information for all families entering the 1-to-1 iPad Program, whether you have your own iPad already, or need to purchase one for your child through the 1-to-1 Purchase Program. Please check back periodically for updates.
IMPORTANT: Please make sure to read all information below to ensure you fully understand your options.
Important Dates
- Exact dates will be confirmed and communicated to parents via email and updated here. Please check back for updates.
- January - February 2019: information sessions for all grade 2 parents
- January 23rd - Principal's Coffee Morning - Technology in the Primary School by Coby Reynolds (Head of Primary IT)
- March 1st: Grade 2 parent information evening - C-Block Exhibition Space, 17:30 to 19:30
- April 25th: Grade 2 parent briefing on how to purchase the iPad - Primary Library, 17:30 to 19:30
- May - June: purchase iPad through Senco-Masslink Technologies Ltd's online portal
- August: iPad distribution to Grade 3 students
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To be compatible with the school 1-to-1 iPad program, iPads MUST, be equal to or newer than the iPad (2017) model released in March 2017 and have, at the MINIMUM 128 GB of storage.
This is to ensure the iPad is eligible to receive technical support for three years, is compatible with the school's systems and applications, and will last the full three years (G3, 4, & 5) during which the iPad will be used.
The 1-to-1 iPad Package
Core Package
All families are required to have the following items to meet the needs and expectations of students in the 1-to-1 iPad program.
- Filewave: one 36 month software license (IMPORTANT: this is required for all iPads. See message below regarding Filewave.)
- 1 iPad: MINIMUM of 128 GB of storage. Newer models are better, but students DO NOT need either the iPad Pros or iPad Air.
- 3 year warranty: 2 year AppleCare+ and 1 year Senco-Masslink Ltd. hardware warranty
- 1 iPad: protective case
- 1 Headphone: over-the-ear style
Filewave - Required by Everyone
Filewave is a platform that supports the centralized management of digital devices on the school network. With Filewave installed on your child's iPad, we are able to configure, manage, and support the device, update the operating system to make sure it has updated security patches, and install applications used in the classroom to support their learning.
- iPads purchased through the 1-to-1 Purchase Program include a 36 month (3 year) license for Filewave in the the purchase.
- Families providing their own iPad MUST purchase a 36 month Filewave license through Senco-Masslink so the device can be supported on the school network and in the classroom.
Pencil - Not Required
Families are NOT required purchase additional accessories such at the Apple Pencil or connectors for your child.
Families can purchase these accessories if you wish, they are available through the Senco-Masslink online store.
If you purchase any additional accessories please DO NOT send them to school with your child. The school is not responsible for any Apple Pencils or accessories sent to the school.
What if I Already Have an iPad?
For families who already have an iPad that is less than 1.5 years old from the start of the school year can consider using the device with your child. Please read the following IMPORTANT REQUIREMENTS for using a previously purchased iPad as the iPad must meet the following conditions:
- The iPad MUST have been purchased after January 2018 (This is 1.5 years before August 2019).
- The iPad MUST be compatible with iOS 12.
- The iPad CANNOT be enrolled in the Device Enrollment Program (DEP) of another organization, such as the parent's work.
- When the iPad is connected to the school's DEP, the iPad will be reset to factory conditions and ALL data and installed applications will be deleted. Pleases back up existing data before delivering the iPad to the school as erased data cannot be recovered.
- Depending on connector and charging cables used with your device, you may need to provide a connecting cable to recharge your child's iPad. The ISF Academy cannot provide appropriate connectors for all model iPads.
- You MUST arrange to purchase the following items. They are available through the Senco-Masslink Purchase portal.
- Families need to purchase one 36 month (3 year) user license for Filewave through Senco-Masslink Ltd.
- Families need to purchase one (1) over the ear headphone that is compatible with your child's iPad.
- Families need to purchase one (1) protective case for your child's iPad.
- Warranty:
- Understand the existing warranty for your iPad may not cover the full three years (Grades 3, 4, & 5) during which the iPad will be used.
- Under certain repair conditions, your iPad might not be eligible for support at the school's IT Help Desk.
- You can purchase extended warranty through Senco-Masslink - conditions and limitations may apply.
- Your child's iPad will need to be dropped off a the school's IT Department to be configured for the school network. Due to the number of computers being supported, this can take up to five days. This process cannot be done early or over the summer. iPads will be returned to your child's classroom after it has been configured.
Purchasing Your iPad and Accessories
We recommend you purchase your iPad or accessories through Senco-Masslink.
- iPads purchased through Senco-Masslink include the full three year warranty, come pre-configured with The ISF school WiFi, Filewave is included, and has the required accessories included in the purchase.
- If you already have an iPad, you can purchase the accessories through other vendors or purchase them through Senco-Masslink Ltd's purchase portal (information below).
- iPads cannot be older than 1.5 years old when a child enters the iPad program. iPads that are more than 1.5 years old will not last three (3) years.
- iPads purchased directly from an Apple store only include 1 year AppleCare warranty, and do NOT come pre-configured for use at The ISF.
Placing your order with Senco-Masslink
We have partnered with Senco-Masslink Technology Ltd. to manage iPad orders. We are confident with their ability to deliver the level of support we expect. Orders are placed through Senco-Masslink's school iPad purchasing program website, a link is provided below. The content on this page is regularly updated therefore we recommend you review all information before placing an order.
If you have any problems with your order, please contact Senco-Masslink directly.
- eMail: info@sencohk.com
- Phone: 2511-5760
Arranging your order through Senco-Masslink's school iPad purchasing program website.
First time purchasers:
When purchasing your child's first iPad you will need to create a new user account on the website. Please use your ISF Academy parent email address for your account.
- This is required to verify you are a member of our school and can enjoy the education discount.
- This will also allow you to purchase additional Apple products (limit 1 per child) at the education discount price.
Parent Presentations & Information Sessions
An information session on the iPad program was done on the 1st of March, 2018. The presentation and a video of the presentation can be found below.