Student Assigned Learning Device Procedure

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The SALD Procedure outlines how students must use their school-issued learning devices responsibly, safely, and in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and the Internet Users’ Acceptable Use Policy.

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The SALD applies to student-assigned devices and student loan devices.

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Key Points for Parents

• Devices are covered by Accidental Damage Protection.

• A $100 excess is charged to the family’s tuition account for repairs.

• If a device is lost or stolen, the current market value will be charged.

• Students must report loss, damage, or theft immediately to the ICT Helpdesk.

• Students must bring the device to school every day fully charged.

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There are several changes to our Student Assigned Learning Device (SALD) model in 2026. The key to these changes has been a review of which devices can be taken home.

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Junior School Devices

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• Junior Kindy and Kindy will remain device-free for general teaching and learning. ​​

• Pre-Primary – Year 2 will also be device-free for general teaching and learning, but will have access to technology for the teaching of the Digital Technology curriculum only. ​​

• Years 3 – 5 will have access to iPads. These will be formatted to provide access only to the required software and will not be taken home. ​​

• Year 6 will continue to have access to a Surface Go, as this is the device they have used in Year 5 (2025). However, in 2026, their device will not go home. ​​Please note that from 2027, Year 6 will transition to 1to1 iPads that will be formatted to provide access only to the software required. This device will not be taken home. 

 

iPad Content (Years 3 – 5) ​

• ​The Junior School iPads will support our Microsoft collaboration tools, including the following Apps: OneDrive, OneNote, Teams, Word, and PowerPoint. ​​

• The iPads have been set up to reduce distraction, and the following default apps have been removed: The App Store, Apple News, Apple Notes, Apple Mail, the Calendar app, and the Stocks app. This creates a very streamlined and gradual approach for our girls' digital development.​​

• Educational apps will be added sparingly after careful review and curriculum requirements. ​Advertisements, free apps, and gaming will not be allowed.

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Senior School Devices

Girls will be provided with a Surface Device and will be able to take their device home. 

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How the School Monitors Devices

• Secure filtering on all devices: We use advanced web filtering tools that block access to harmful or age-inappropriate websites. These filters apply both at school and while at home. 

• Device protection: Every device has security software installed, including Windows Defender and FortiClient, to provide additional layers of protection.

• Monitoring and alerts: Our systems can flag concerning activity so that staff are aware and can respond if needed, within school hours.​