BYOD stands for Bring Your Own Device in which students bring their own personal technology device into the classroom.
The main advantage of BYOD is that students are equipped with the latest technology that has the capability, performance and reliability required for learning. The BYOD program not only provides students with access to expanded global resources and content, but also gives students the opportunity to take ownership of their learning and facilitate creative problem solving.
Information for Parents
The BYOD program applies to students as follows:
Kindergarten to Year 2
are not required to bring devices to school.
They will access a bank of school owned devices with the support and direction of teachers.
Years 3 to 4
are required to bring an iPad.
Years 5 to 6
may bring an iPad OR move to a laptop.
Years 7 to 12
are expected to bring a laptop to school.
- iPad Specifications
- Laptop Specifications
Devices and Operating Systems
IOS 14 minimum
iPad Air 3+
iPad Pro
iPad (5th Gen+)
Unfortunately the iPad mini and Android Tablets are not supported.
Battery Life
iPads must have 6 hour battery life. The device needs to last a full school day.
Students will not be able to charge laptops at school due to WHS restrictions
Wireless Connectivity
Wireless frequencies (2.4 GHz & 5 GHz)
802.11 “a”, “g”, “n” and/or “ac” wireless standards
WPA2 enterprise security
Memory, Storage Space and RAM
Minimum 32GB of storage
Students should have a minimum of 16GB available for learning applications.
Internet Access
All devices used on CSPD premises are required to be enrolled in order to access the internet. Students may not bring in external sources of internet such as 4G dongles or hotspots.
Enrolled devices automatically receive the necessary settings to connect to the CSPD ICT network.
Other Considerations
- You may consider a tough case or cover to reduce effect of damage.
- Insurance may need to be purchased. School insurance will not cover parent owned devices for any loss or damage no matter who causes this damage.
- Warranty: you may elect to purchase additional warranty to cover issues with the device.
Devices and Operating Systems
Apple Laptop - OS 10.15 or above (MacOS Beta not supported)
- MacBook Pro (Non-Retina)
- MacBook Pro (2012+)
- MacBook Air (2012+)
- Macbook (2016+)
Windows Tablet / Laptop - Windows 10/11
Android devices are not supported on CSPD networks.
Battery Life
Laptops must have 6 hour battery life. The device needs to last a full school day.
Students will not be able to charge laptops at school due to WHS restrictions
Memory, Storage Space and RAM
Minimum 128GB of storage and 4GB RAM.
Students should have a minimum of 60GB available for learning applications.
Internet Access
All devices used on CSPD premises are required to be enrolled in order to access the internet. Students may not bring in external sources of internet such as 4G dongles or hotspots.
Enrolled devices automatically receive the necessary settings to connect to the CSPD ICT network
Other Considerations
- Portability: weight of the device needs to be considered.
- You may consider a tough case or cover to reduce effect of damage.
- Insurance may need to be purchased. School insurance will not cover parent owned laptops for any loss or damage no matter who causes this damage.
- Warranty: you may elect to purchase additional warranty to cover issues with the laptop.
If you have any queries about the BYOD program, please contact the St Luke's IT Team who will be happy to help you.
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