A device for every student
Parental Contribution
Budgets in education are already stretched, and large-scale technology programmes can seem financially out of reach. However, parental contributions offer a sustainable way to bridge the gap without compromising other areas of funding.
Many UK schools and colleges have improved learning outcomes by providing every student with Mac or iPad, often partially funded by parental contribution. A low monthly subscription can include a rugged case, warranty and insurance in addition to the device to support personalised learning.
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Future-ready learning
In an increasingly digital world, UK schools and colleges face a growing imperative: to equip pupils with the tools and skills they need to thrive in the 21st century.
1:1 deployment models, gives each pupil their own device to use for learning both in and out of the classroom.
While funding can be a challenge, many schools and colleges are successfully using parental contributions to help make them a reality.
The power of 1:1 learning
Personalised Learning
Pupils work at their own pace, use accessibility tools (speech-to-text or screen readers), and access personalised content.
Future Digital Skills
Pupils need to navigate digital environments confidently. Build fluency essential in further education and employment.
Engagement
Apps, collaboration tools, and multimedia content make lessons more dynamic, particularly for kinaesthetic and visual learners.
Assessment
Showbie, Seesaw, or Google Classroom provide instant feedback with timely interventions and formative assessment.
Bridge the gap
Carefully designed parental contribution models include Pupil Premium, bursary support and loan schemes, ensuring that all pupils benefit.
Affordability
Devices are more affordable and includes education discount that is not available on the high street.
Ownership Options
At the end of the lease, families can keep the device, making the investment even more worthwhile.
Optional Extras
Includes extended hardware warranty and accidental damage insurance, protective cases and MDM licenses.
Inclusive support
Subsidised or fully-funded devices for families in financial difficulty. Ensure no pupil is left behind.
How it works
For Institutions
- Parental contribution scheme, no admin fees
- Uniform teaching & learning experience for students & staff
- Macs can be institution managed with MDM
- No cost to the institution
- Direct debit collection included
For Students
- Portable Mac with 18-hour battery life
- A personal device to use anywhere, any time
- Apple productivity & creativity apps included
- Keep it beyond sixth form and use it at university or work
- Warranty & ADT insurance included
For Parents
- No credit checks - pay monthly or in full
- Easy-to-use parent portal to manage payments
- More cost effective than buying on the high street
- Equips students for study and beyond
- Warranty & ADT insurance included
Scheme illustrations
Our schemes use parental contributions via a school compliant operating lease, and also include warranty and insurance for complete peace of mind. With flexibility on length of term and products, they can also include accessories, professional services, and teacher training.
36-month scheme illustration ideal for Schools
Our 36-month lease is designed to run for 3 academic years with zero net cost for the institution. The scheme can be designed with options to refresh, retain or return devices.
iPad 11-inch (A16) from £12/mo
Low monthly cost to own - no final payment
iPad 11-inch (A16)
Wi-Fi 128GB
- 36 monthly contributions: £12.36
- Total cost: £444.96
Includes protective case, three-year warranty & insurance*
MacBook Air (M4) from £28/mo
Low monthly cost to own - no final payment
MacBook Air 13-inch (M4)
10-core CPU 8-core GPU 16GB/256GB Silver
- 36 monthly contributions: £28.14
- Total cost: £1,013.04
With three-year warranty & insurance*
*insurance covers accidental damage & theft with £50 excess
The Perfect Study Partner
21-month scheme illustration ideal for Colleges & Sixth Forms
Our 21-month lease is designed to run for 2 academic years with zero net cost for the institution. Students can keep the Mac (and/or iPad) and take the device to university, work and beyond.
MacBook Air (M4) from £46/mo
Low monthly cost to own - with no final payment
MacBook Air 13-inch (M4)
8-core CPU 8-coreGPU 16GB/256GB Silver
- 21 monthly contributions: £46.39
- Total cost: £974.19
- Student owns it after 21 months to use for further education or work
Includes 21-month warranty & insurance*
MacBook Air (M4) from £38/mo
Lower monthly cost to rent - one final payment to own
MacBook Air 13-inch (M4)
10-core CPU 8-core GPU 16GB/256GB Silver
- 21 monthly contributions: £38.07
- Final contribution to own: £174.63
- Total cost: £974.10
- Student returns it after 21 months or makes the final contribution to own
Includes 21-month warranty & insurance*
*Both options include Gold Protection - accidental damage & theft insurance (£50 excess applies) and mechanical breakdown warranty for 21 months.
Terms and Conditions apply. Scheme only available to education institutions, not direct to parents.
