edde the leading provider is bespoke digital 1-1 schemes

Based in Buckinghamshire, edde purely operates in the education sector with our focus on supporting digital learning for schools.

Over recent years, especially with the impact of remote learning, expectation of both students and parents has changed and the requirement for a device has almost become part of the uniform.

Research has proven that incorporating technology in the classroom and improve motivation, engagement and ultimately results.  However, budgets do not always allow for the school’s full vision to be fulfilled. Parental contributions are a way of achieving these ambitions together with supplementing the IT spend within schools. It enables pupils of all ages to have their own iPad, Chromebook, laptop, tablet, or other mobile learning device.  edde is the leading donation engine in the country and has been helping schools for 8 years to achieve this goal.

A parental contribution scheme is easy to set up. edde can provide advice, guidance and manage the scheme for you too. Ensuring that you do not have any additional administration burden.

All schemes are bespoke and can be tailored to be cash neutral or subsidised as required. edde are completely independent and are able to work with any reseller or funder giving complete transparency to all parties.

Example

Lenovo 300e Chromebook Gen 3, license, case, 3 years AD&T insurance and warranty

36 months – £12.50

24 months – £16.53

12 months – £28.40

So, why choose edde?

We provide flexible funding solutions and insurance options for all electronic products, which include:

  • 1:1 parent contribution scheme
  • 1:1 admin scheme including insurance portals
  • insurance and extended warranty solutions
We’ve got you covered

We are the first point of contact for all scheme related issues, payments, insurance and warranty. We are also able to offer accidental damage and theft insurance to cover students’ learning devices.

State-of-the-art portal

Access to our portal offers you a complete overview of your scheme, including all parental transactions, warranty and insurance claims.

Funding flexibility

We are also able to offer a variety of flexible funding solutions to help you give students access to the latest technology. Working with all the UK’s leading IT resellers to ensure you get the best possible prices.

 

https://edde.education/parent-contribution-device-scheme-enquiry-form/

 

 

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google chromebook auto update policy

Google Chromebook’s are a popular choice amongst digital 1-1 schemes due to the device being simple, secure and shareable. Chromebook devices give students access to all the key learning resources, apps and security protection all within an affordable price bracket.

choosing the correct chromebook for your school

All in all, Chromebooks are fantastic devices for schools. Seeing many schools enrol on the digital 1-1 scheme the most difficult part of the process is choosing what device.

A Guide to Chromebooks

When choosing a Chromebook for your schools digital 1-1 scheme, it is important to consider the auto update policy. All Chromebook devices receive regular updates to ensure efficiency and security of the device internally. However, there is an end date to these updates which is known as auto update expiration.

Each Chromebook has an auto update expiration which now lasts up to 10 years. The countdown begins when the first device on the platform is released. Therefore, based on this when choosing your schools Chromebook devices choose the device with the latest hardware platform. This will ensure all students are receiving the longest auto update support.

FOR INSTANCE

Starting from 2024 ChromeOS devices will be eligible to receive automatic security updates for 10 years after their release.

Chrome OS devices released prior to 2021 that will receive extended updates, some features and services might not be supported

Overall, Chromebook’s are highly recommended devices within the education sector, but ensure you are enabling your school and students to get the complete longevity of it. see Extended updates support.

Find Out More 

any questions? get in contact with edde today!

Enrolling schools on digital 1-1 schemes so often we understand what schools are looking for. Give us a call on 01494 611 465 or enquire online and we can advise you. Alternatively, we can put you in touch with suppliers who will be able to support you in your Chromebook choice. We look forward to hearing from you shortly.

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