iPad 1-2-1 Scheme

When your child joins Priory School, they will need an iPad in lessons.

Our vision is that every child will have access to an iPad for their sole use both at home every evening, during the holidays and at school, to ensure that they can learn at any time. The iPad gives the opportunity to develop personalised student-centred learning.

Our decision is based on a range of educational research that shows it encourages engagement, collaboration, leadership and enquiry skills which will promote learning and progression.

Recent changes to DfE / Government guidance mandate schools to install device management software on all connected devices and we are rolling this out for all students. Please see this Government publication for more information.

Order Window – Students Entering Year 8 – 11 Sep 2026

Following the recent updates whilst the scheme is paused for the new Year 7 in continues as normal for Years 8 to 11

If your child will be in Year 8, 9, 10 or 11 in September please either complete the Bring your Own declaration or if you prefer and do not have a device currently still in contract you may choose to order a new one. (Please select the year your child will be in September)

All prices on the portal have been updated to reflect Apple’s increased pricing

Portal Order Deadline 10 pm on 02 August 2026

Please ensure you have completed the order or BYOD Declaration to ensure we know your intentions for the forthcoming year.

Ordering The iPad

All iPads can be ordered by clicking on the “Portal Sign Up” link below.

Prices and Discount Codes

Important Documents

Factory Reset Preparation and Reinstalling Apps Afterwards

Bohunt Student iPad Programme – Please read this document fully.

Free School Meals – Financial Support Available

We are able to offer an iPad for students at a subsidised cost for those entitled to free school meals (FSM). If you feel you are entitled to FSM you can apply through Portsmouth City Council (see link below).
https://www.portsmouth.gov.uk/services/schools-learning-and-childcare/schools/school-meals/

Please use the code BET001 and will work with the 3YR bundle. (Year 9 please use BET002 with the 2YR bundle)

FSM Families pay an initial deposit of £20 (collected directly by schools), followed by a monthly payment of £3 (x 36) – a total charge of £128. (£4.50 per month on the 2YR bundle)

Sibling Discount

If you have another child with an iPad purchased through our iPad scheme we can offer a discounted rate for the 3 Year Option.  Year 7 & 8 Use code BET005 , Year 9 Use Code BET006 for the 3 Year Option.

It’s important to note that any iPad purchased through the portal remains the property of Priory School for the duration of the insurance term. You will gain ownership of the device on the expiry of the insurance term if all voluntary contributions have been made to cover the full cost of the iPad. Failure to pay the contributions will result in the device remaining the property of Priory School.

We strongly advise that you read the information regarding the voluntary finance agreement on the portal website before purchasing a device. Please do not hesitate to contact us directly regarding the current iPad offer (ipads@priorysouthsea.org)

Yours Sincerely,

Mr Barry-John Silver
Director of Digital Learning

June 2026

Online Safety

Across the Bohunt Education Trust, the iPad 1:1 scheme has been highly praised by OFSTED and the local authorities. We will ensure that students use iPads responsibly and effectively in lessons. We will not allow iPad use during social time, because we prioritise students’ face-to-face social interactions.

It is true, however, that in the modern world, much of the socialising that young people do is online, via social media and messaging platforms etc. Keeping young people safe in this online world is hugely important but can be a thorny issue. In order to support you in this endeavour, we will be putting together some specific Priory resources to support parents and students; and have put together some advice and further links that may be of use.

If you ever have concerns regarding your child’s safety online that you would like support with, please get in touch with their Progress Leader or tutor.

For additional information on Online Safety, follow the links below:

• Online Protection
• Search ‘E safety’ on www.thinkuknow.co.uk/parents
• Top tips for how to use the internet safely – www.childnet.com/young-people/secondary