Devices for Learning K-6
Students in Kindergarten and Year 1 use Apple iPads as a resource to support the quality teaching and learning within the classroom. This allows their learning environment to be enhanced with modern and flexible teaching methods.
From Year 2 through to Year 6, students have access to a school supplied Chromebook in their classrooms. Chromebooks are used as a tool to introduce students to physical keyboards, further enhancing their technological skills using this simple but powerful laptop. This assists them in the transition to digital testing systems such as Naplan, and prepares them for Secondary School.
BYODD Chromebooks 7-10
The mandatory 'Bring Your Own Designated Device' program requires our secondary students in Years 7-10 to own and use Chromebooks for learning. Students may use a Chromebook only, which means no Windows, Mac laptops, iPads or other tablets in Year 7-10. This helps ensure uniform learning opportunities, software delivery, duty of care and equitable access to national testing.
BYODD Chromebook Portal
St Matthews has partnered with LWT to provide an online portal that can be used to purchase Chromebooks that are pre configured to work within the school network.
The portal for chromebook ordering is accessible via the following link:
URL: smcs.orderportal.com.au
Chromebooks can also be purchased from other providers, however there will be a small fee to cover configuration and licence fees for these devices to be able to fully access the school network. This portal also has some Apple Laptops that can be purchased for use in Years 10-12.
NB: Any devices purchased through this portal will be delivered directly to your home address. While the school will be able to help with software issues and some minor repairs. Major repairs and warranty claims will need to go back through the original place of purchase or the manufacturer.
BYOD Program 10-12
Students may opt to continue using their Chromebook devices after the completion of Year 9, however are advised to seek advice from their KLA Coordinator regarding individual subject technological requirements.
Students from Years 10-12 are a part of the 'Bring Your Own Device' program which includes Apple Mac, Windows or Chromebook laptops, that meet the ICT Device Requirements for the purpose of learning. Mobile phones, Apple iPads and other tablets are not recommended or supported to be used in the classroom environment.