Students are required to bring their own device as part of their Xavier education
Xavier College is a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) school. Our school infuses technology into learning experiences, enhancing education in all curriculum areas.
The BYOD program allows our learners to:
- collaborate and cooperate by participating in digital teams
- develop higher order thinking skills
- realise their educational and social potential
- carry out tasks effectively, productively, and with attention to quality
- use digital evidence to solve problems and answer questions.
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Xavier College BYOD Laptop requirements
Wireless connectivity
- Wireless connectivity is the key to BYOD devices in schools.
- Devices should support dual band wireless or 802.11 n/ac.
- The device should support 5GHz wireless.
Operating system choice
- Windows 10 or 11
- Apple macOS
- An iPad is too limited for students.
- The College policy is for a laptop for all students.
- A Google Chrome device must be purchased through ASI with a Google Management License.
Battery life
- Minimum: 6 hours
- Devices need to last the school day.
- We recommend a minimum of 6 hours battery life.
- There are no facilities for charging devices at school.
Memory
To be able to store and process data effectively, we recommended these specifications as a minimum:
- 8 GB RAM
- 256 GB Storage
Laptops will have a Solid State Drive (SSD) or a slower Hard Disk Drive.
Hardware features
- Camera
- Microphone
These are necessary to ensure students can participate in a variety of learning activities.
Screen Size
We recommend that the device screen be of a reasonable size to ensure ease of use throughout the school day.
- Minimum size is 13” or 14” laptop screen.
A mobile phone is not suitable as a learning device for your child. A laptop provides a larger screen.
Essential considerations
- Casing: The device should be tough and sturdy, capable of withstanding accidental drops.
- Weight: The laptop should be light enough for daily carrying.
- Durability: The keys, hinges, and inputs should be strong and built to last.
- Backing Up: Students need to regularly back up their data.
- Cloud Storage: Documents and files can be stored online using Google Drive through Classm8.
Remember that this device is expected to last several years.
Accessories
- Carry Case: A carry case is essential in protecting your device.
- Insurance: It is strongly recommended that the device is covered under your House and Contents Insurance policy.
- Warranty: You may wish to consider purchasing extra warranty to reduce future repair costs as these devices will be used extensively.