Connect the Classroom
Government Funding for Education
Is your School or College Eligible for the £25 Million Wireless Funding from the DfE (Department for Education)?
Schools and Colleges that qualify can now receive direct funding from the Department for Education to upgrade their wireless networks. If your school is eligible, DTE is here to help you get the most out of the Connect the Classroom programme – making a real difference to your learning environment and outcomes.
If you have any questions, please contact us on +44 (0) 845 658 8810 or complete the form opposite and we’ll be in touch.
Express your Interest in the Connect the Classroom Programme
How a Fast, Reliable Wi-Fi Network can Transform your School or College
Fast and Reliable Network Access
Make sure students and teachers can connect easily from any device, without delays or dropouts – especially when everyone’s online at once
Fewer Disruptions, More Teaching Time
Avoid unexpected network problems and schedule maintenance smartly, so lessons run smoothly and without interruption
Support Better Learning
Give students access to online tools, digital resources, and virtual classrooms to make learning more flexible, collaborative, and tailored to their needs
Run your School or College more Efficiently
For multi-site schools like MATs, a strong network makes it easier to manage IT from one place – saving time, cutting costs, and solving problems quickly
Your Wireless Network is in Safe Hands with DTE
At DTE, Wi-Fi is what we do best. Since 2010, we have designed and deployed solutions ensuring optimal wireless coverage for complex environments across numerous sites, totalling over 500 million square feet – so you can count on a network that’s built to perform from day one.
From planning and installation to ongoing support, we ensure your school or college stays connected and secure.
We also provide advanced private 4G and 5G networks, giving you dedicated bandwidth, low latency, and full control over data and security – ideal for supporting digital learning, safeguarding systems, and seamless real-time communication across your campus.
25+ Years' Experience
We have been designing and deploying reliable wireless networks for over 25 years’
Your Complete Solution
We handle everything – from planning and installation to ongoing support – so you can stay focused on your pupils, not your Wi-Fi
DfE Compliant
We’re fully accredited and certified, so you can trust DTE to deliver a service that’s reliable and up to standard
Catered to your Needs
We are partnered and accredited with the industry leading vendors, so whether you need help with wired or wireless networking, we’ve got you covered. From assessments and design to equipment, installation, and ongoing support – we make it easy by handling everything for you, all in one place and tailored to fit your current setup and preferred technology.
Supporting you at Every Step of the Process
Be Contacted by the DfE
Around 300 to 400 schools and colleges will be able to apply for funding. If your school or college qualifies, the Department for Education (DfE) will let you know in spring 2025
Notify us of your Eligibility
As soon as the DfE confirms your school or college’s eligibility, just fill out the form above. We’ll then set up a scoping call with you, either online or in person, whichever works best
We Conduct our Evaluation
Our experts will carefully assess your wireless network and clearly explain what improvements are needed
Share your Analysis with the DfE
Soon after we complete the technical evaluation of your school, our specialists will give you a detailed report that’s ready to share with the DfE for approval
Receive DfE Approval & Notify us
Notify us once the DfE approve the funding and confirm that your school or college can go ahead with the work
Enjoy a Fast & Reliable Wi-Fi Network
Our team of certified experts, who have successfully installed hundreds of wireless networks with minimal disruption, on budget and on schedule, will get started right away
Wireless Accreditations
