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Purchasing an iPad and Accessories
Purchasing an iPad and Accessories
Purchasing Overview
Purchasing Overview
This page provides parents with information for purchasing your child's iPad and the accessories required to be a part of the 1-to-1 program.
IMPORTANT: Please make sure to read all information below to ensure you fully understand your options. For families purchasing their child's iPad for next year, please follow the schedule below. Please do not purchase the iPad early.
Important Dates
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
- Deadline for placing iPad orders: June 30th
- August: iPad distribution to Grade 3 students
Table of Contents - click on the link provided to jump different sections on this page.
Summary of the iPad Package
Summary of the iPad Package
The iPad package includes the following. Please scroll down for additional details about each item.
- Filewave: one 36 month (3 year) software license (IMPORTANT: this is required for all iPads. See message below regarding Filewave.)
- 1 iPad: 2017 or newer with a MINIMUM of 128 GB of storage. Newer models are better, but students DO NOT need iPad Pros.
- 3 year warranty: 2 year AppleCare+ and 1 year Senco-Masslink Ltd. hardware warranty
- 1 iPad: protective case
- 1 Headphone: over-the-ear style
What if I Already Have an iPad?
What if I Already Have an iPad?
If you have an iPad you want to consider using for your child, please view the information shared on the iPad Program Overview page.
iPad 9.7" - School Package
iPad 9.7" - School Package
Apple has several iPad models available. The 2017 or newer 9.7" 128 GB iPad 6th Generation model is the models that fits the needs of our students.
The performance and storage memory of this model will last students three years; the expected life span of an iPad. Primary School students do not need a larger screen or the Pro version of the iPad. Please visit Senco-Masslink's purchasing portal or Apple's website for the most up to date specs.
- Screen size: 9.7" Retina with 2048 x 1536 resolution
- Connectivity: WiFi
- Storage: 128 GB
- Processor: A10
- Connector type: Lightning
- Power and Battery: >7 hours
Purchase includes 2+1 years warranty. Two (2) years of AppleCare warranty + one (1) year of hardware warranty covered by Senco-Masslink. Please see the warranty section for additional information.
Warranty Details
Warranty Details
iPads purchased through Senco-Masslink come with a 2+1 three year warranty coverage.
This is 2 years of AppleCare+ warranty plus 1 additional year of hardware warranty provided by Senco-Masslink. The ISF Academy is not responsible for the warranty conditions and is subject to change without notice.
AppleCare+ 2 Years
AppleCare+ 2 Years
AppleCare+ provides repair or replacement coverage, both parts and labor, from Apple-authorized technicians. Service coverage includes the following:
- Your iPad
- Battery
- AirPort
- Included USB cable and power adapter
- Coverage for up to two incidents of accidental damage from handling of your iPad, each subject to a HK$ 348 service fee
Service coverage is available only for iPad and its original included accessories for protection against (i) defects in materials or workmanship, (ii) batteries that retain less than 80 percent of their original capacity, and (iii) up to two incidents of accidental damage from handling of your iPad, each incident being subject to a HK$ 348 service fee. Replacement equipment that Apple provides as part of the repair or replacement service may be new or equivalent to new in both performance and reliability. Express Replacement Service may be unavailable or delayed if Apple has reasonable suspicion that the terms of the AppleCare service plan have been violated.
Senco-Masslink 1 Year Warranty Coverage (3rd year coverage)
Senco-Masslink 1 Year Warranty Coverage (3rd year coverage)
Senco-Masslink has arranged for 1 additional year of hardware warranty for the iPads. This warranty begins after the AppleCare+ has expired and ONLY covers hardware failures. This warranty DOES NOT cover man-made &/or accidental damage.
Protective Foam Case
Protective Foam Case
Each iPad package includes a foam case that not only helps protect the iPad during daily use, but also helps the students hold the iPad.
Headphones
Headphones
Each iPad package includes over the ear headphones. We require each student to have their own set of headphones for personal use. This helps with comfort and hygiene.
Filewave License
Filewave License
Filewave is a platform that allows the school to support, manage, and install applications on your child's iPad. This is an essential part of the package for student support. Each iPad package purchased through Senco-Masslink includes one 36 month (3 years) license.
Not Required & Optional Purchases
Not Required & Optional Purchases
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.
Purchasing an iPad
Purchasing an iPad
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
Placing your order with Senco-Masslink
Placing your order with Senco-Masslink
Orders are placed 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.
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