Vision
Our vision at Chatswood Hills State School is to develop critical and creative learners who have access to all the tools necessary for the 21st Century, whilst also valuing and engaging our learners into deep thinking, problem solving and solution focus real world activities that explore the array of possibilities, not just what has been done before.
The focus of the BYO iPad opportunity at Chatswood Hills State School is to give access to the tools and resources required by the 21st-Century learner. A successful BYOD program requires technology to be seamlessly integrated throughout the school's curriculum. Increased access to technology is essential for teaching students skills for a future in which, as societal trends suggest, digital literacy is key. The individual use of personal devices is a way to empower students to work to their full potential and develop essential learning habits with the support of digital tools.
Learning results from continuous dynamic interaction among students, teachers, parents and the extended community. Technology immersion does not diminish the vital role of the teacher. On the contrary, it transforms the teacher from a director of learning to a facilitator of learning. Effective teaching and learning with technology integrates technology into the curriculum any time, any place.
Research that supports our vision
There are thousands of articles and research positions both for and against screens, but many of them directly relate to use of screens prior to entering the school age environment.
Most of the research discusses the detrimental effects of iPads from the ages of 12 months to 5 years which is before the students reach school at all. Here is just 1:
https://journalistsresource.org/education/screen-time-children-health-research/ External link
Minimum Device Specifications
*The life span of an iPad is approximately 3-4 years.
Devices must be updated to the latest iPadOS version reguarly both to enable the latest features but also to ensure the best security practices for both your device and the school's network. Devices that cannot be updated to iPadOS 18 or later are not permitted to be used on the schools network from 2025 onwards.
Recommended iPads:
- iPad 9th or 10th Gen 64GB or larger
Supported iPads:
iPad 7th and 8th Generation#
iPad Air (3rd generation# and later)
iPad Air (M2)
- iPad Pro (M4)
iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation and later)#
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation and later)#
#limited life span and will need to be replaced earlier.
Please note - iPad's with storage of 64gb or more is prefered. Devices with less storage may result in students needing to delete old work, Home apps, videos etc more frequently if they only have 32GB.
Unsupported iPads:
- iPad 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6 (2010-2018)
- iPad minis (2012+)
- iPad Air 1st Gen and iPad Air 2 (2013-2019)
- iPad Pro 1st & 2nd Gen (2015 - 2017)
- Note - These can't be updated to iOS18.
Accessories
- Over the ear headphones (not into the ear, Earbuds or Air pods etc)
- Protective case
- Tempered glass screen protector - HIGHLY recommended
- Apple Pencils and cases with keyboards are optional but NOT required.
iPads and accessories can be purchased from a variety of resellers and we do not recommend one over another.
Click here for instructions on enrolling your child's iPad into our BYO program
Click here to download the Intune Company Portal app
Important Documents:
BYOD Portals
Our IT has worked with known and reliable suppliers of Apple products to the education sector to provide a number of BYOD portals for you to make the process plain and simple if purchasing a new device. These suppliers can also offer Accidental Damage Protection on the device to assist in simple and affordable repairs. These suppliers are not affiliated with Chatswood Hills SS or the Education Department in anyway other than offering this service and or being an option for supply under government arrangements. The School and our IT have no involvment in the order or warranty process when purchasing through these portals and all questions should be directed to the respective portal supplier.
NOTE: This is an optional method for purchasing your child's BYO device. You are free to purchase a device that meets the requirements from anywhere.
Queensland Computers
Parent Ordering Handbook - PDF (5064KB) ![]()
How to order
- Go to edu.queenslandcomputers.com.au/collections/chatswood-hills-state-school
- Enter the school passcode CHSSBYOD2025
- Once logged in, select the device, size, colour of device and screen protector/pencil add ons and add to cart.
- Return to the products page to select any cases or headphones to add to cart
- Go to your cart and checkout
- Enter your personal details and select delivery method.
- Select a payment method and complete your order.
- If you have any questions, please contactQueensland Computers by email solutions@queenslandcomputers.com.au or call 1300 910 915
JB HI-FI Education
Parent Ordering Handboo - PDF (1386KB) 
JB Hi-Fi Education’s Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) program is the easy way to purchase education-specific laptops, tablets and accessories that are compatible with your child’s school and designed for the rigours of student life.
Education pricing means great value. Extended warranty and insurance options facilitate consistency of learning, whether at home or in the classroom. Follow the step-by-step instructions below to order today.
How to order
- Go to jbeducation.com.au/byod
- Enter your school code CHSSBYOD2025
- Once logged in, select the relevant student program
- Select home delivery or your preferred JB Hi-Fi store for pick up.
- Follow the prompts to choose your device and accessories, as well as extended warranty and insurance options
- Enter your personal details.
- Select a payment method and complete your order.
- If you have any questions, please contact JB Hi-Fi at jbeducation.com.au/byod or call 1300 730 548