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Technology
NCTE promotes and supports the integration of a high quality ICT infrastructure into learning and teaching for schools. It provides relevant and up-to-date ICT advice and supports to schools on a range of technology-related areas. The NCTE also coordinates the Schools Broadband Programme, which provides broadband connectivity, content filtering, webhosting, and security services to all Primary and Post Primary schools.
Schools Broadband
The Schools Broadband Programme provides an integrated set of services to schools which includes broadband connectivity, and hosted services including content filtering, webhosting, and security services including anti-virus control and firewall. Find out more>
Webhosting & Blogging
The Scoilnet webhosting-blogging service provides both a website hosting and a blogging service for Primary and Post-Primary schools. Find out more>
Grant Information
Since November 2009, more than €92 million in equipment grants has been provided under the ICT in Schools programme. Details of these grants, provided to Primary, Post Primary and PLC levels, can be found in this section. Find out more >
Purchasing Frameworks
These Frameworks assist schools in acquiring quality products and services, as well as ensuring good value for money. The Procurement Framework process will greatly simplify purchasing ICT hardware for schools. Find out more>
ICT Equipment
To integrate ICT into learning and teaching, it is vital to have the correct type of equipment available in the classroom. This section highlights the recommended standard required. Find out more>
Technical Support
The resources in this section are provided to assist schools in helping to better understand and manage the provision of Technical Support in the school. Find out more>
Advice Sheets
NCTE has developed and updated a series of ICT advice sheets. These cover a wide range of areas relevant to ICT in education. They are especially helpful for schools and teachers. Find out more>
Special Needs
Advice and resources for teachers and others, who are interested in the use of technology with students with special needs, is of primary importance to NCTE. Find out more>
