Bring Your Own Device 

Starting in Grade 5 and above students are expected to bring their own laptop to school daily for use. 

Personal Devices

At GIS, we implement a 'Bring Your Own Device' (BYOD) laptop policy. Students are expected to use their devices strictly as learning tools. They must safeguard their own possessions, as the school is not liable for any loss or damage.

Students receive education on digital citizenship and safeguarding to ensure they use digital platforms responsibly and safely. Mobile phones are not permitted during school hours, including breaks and lunch periods. Phones should be stored safely away in bags or lockers with notifications turned off. Non-compliance will result in confiscation of the mobile device.

For urgent communication between home and school, students or parents should contact the school's Front of House Team, who will support families accordingly. 

Teachers may occasionally permit the use of mobile devices for specific learning tasks. However, lesson plans are designed so that phones are not essential. If a personal device causes distraction, teachers may implement stricter controls or temporarily confiscate the device to maintain focus in the classroom.

What to buy?

GIS does not require a certain type of laptop. However, there are minimum specifications personal devices will require in order to support students in accessing learning effectively.

Minimum Specifications

Apple

Grades 5:
- iPad and keyboard 7th generation +
- Screen protector
- Robust cover

Grade 6 - Grade 12:
- Macbook Air
- M1/M2/M3 chip
- 8GB RAM
- 256GB Storage
- 13 inch screen or bigger
- Protective case

OR

Windows PC Laptop  (G5 - G12)
(Dell, Asus, HP, Lenovo)
- Processor: Intel Core TM i5 or better
- Operating System: Windows 11
- Memory: Minimum 8GB RAM
- HDD: 512GB SSD
- 13 - 15 inch screen