BYOD Laptop Program

The Heights School is introducing a managed BYOD Laptop Program to provide students with a reliable, consistent device for learning, while making it easier for families to purchase and access support.

How the program works

Families purchase an approved laptop through the Department for Education BYOD Portal. Devices purchased through the portal are delivered directly to The Heights School. The school will configure and manage it with the software, settings and cybersecurity protections required for learning at The Heights School.

The school will also assist families with device support. If a device requires warranty service or repair, the school will act on behalf of the family and coordinate the repair or service with the supplier.

Benefits for families:

  • A range of school-approved devices selected for student learning.
  • Devices configured and ready to use when provided to the student.
  • Consistent software, security, and connectivity across the school.
  • A clear support pathway through the school when warranty service or repair is required.
  • Three-year warranty including Accidental Damage Coverage.
  • A planned device replacement cycle to help families avoid unexpected device purchases.

    Phased transition
    The new program will be introduced progressively from 2027.

    From Term 1, 2027, new devices for Year 7 and Year 10 students will be purchased through the BYOD Portal. Students who already have a suitable device purchased under the previous BYOD program will be able to continue using that device during the transition.

    The program will progressively expand each year, with all students participating in the managed BYOD program from 2030.

    This phased approach allows families who have recently purchased a device to continue using their existing device rather than requiring an immediate replacement from the BYOD Portal.

    Device options

    View the Department for Education BYOD Portal

    BYOD purchasing portal

    For questions in relation to any information contained on this page, please contact:

    ICT Support
    Email: dl.1430.ictsupport@schools.sa.edu.au
    Phone: 8242 8900