Digital technology
Find information on your school's ICT network, sharing your wireless connection with your community, managing your student and teacher data, and ways you can create a safe digital environment at your school.
- Assistive technology
- Cyber security information for schools
- Digital technology guide for schools
- Digital Technologies and Hangarau Matihiko learning
- Home internet access
- ICT Helpdesk
- Managing social media
- Managing student and teacher data
- Property data and asset management systems
- Software for your school
- You school's ICT network
Assistive technology
Find information about assistive technology (AT), specialised equipment that students with additional learning needs use in class to increase or improve their ability to participate and learn.
Cyber security information for schools
Cyber-attacks are becoming more frequent and can affect anyone, not just large organisations and business. The education sector is not immune from these cyber threats and there are New Zealand schools that have already been severely impacted.
Digital technology guide for schools
Many schools are using digital technologies like the internet, laptops and tablets to quickly, easily and cost-effectively connect students with a huge range of services and resources. There are many benefits in learning with digital technologies, but also some challenges and potential risks for students and schools.
Digital Technologies and Hangarau Matihiko learning
Our education system equips children and young people with the skills and knowledge to participate, create and thrive whatever pathway they choose to take.
Home internet access
We’re exploring ways to support the estimated 145,000 school students in 40,000 households who currently don’t have a suitable level of internet access at home to support their learning.
ICT Helpdesk
Learn how to contact the ICT Helpdesk and what they can assist your school with.
Managing social media
Learn how the Ministry manages media enquiries and find advice on responding to approaches made to schools.
Managing student and teacher data
Simplify and automate tasks for running your school, and share data between students, teachers, and schools, with these systems and tools.
Property data and asset management systems
Access your school’s property data via the Property Portal, Helios Portal and 10-Year Property Planner.
Software for your school
Find out about the following Ministry-funded software for schools – Adobe, Apple, Google, Microsoft, Novell, Sketch-Up Pro and Symantec Antivirus.
Your school's ICT network
This webpage contains resources with further information about your ICT network and how best to comply with Ministry standards, safety protocols, and other requirements.
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