--- title: "Netbook Programme" url: "https://www.bishopchalloner.org.uk/about/netbook-programme" school: "Bishop Challoner Catholic College" --- # Netbook Programme - About - AY 2026/2027 - How To - Parent Portal ***A collaboration with equality at its core*** At Bishop Challoner Catholic College students use a netbook as part of their school equipment. This device is personal and follows them on their journey through Key Stage 3, supporting their exploration of the curriculum as they go. The devices go home with the students enabling them to engage with education outside of the classroom setting, where they can continue their learning through several platforms deployed by the school and the teachers. #### #### What will my child use it for? - Completing digital work in and out of a lesson - Engaging with multimedia learning resources - Accessing homework through ClassCharts - Accessing bespoke learning through Microsoft Teams - Developing digital skills across the curriculum - Digital communication with teachers #### #### How it works - All students will have access to a device. - The scheme, for each year group, is funded by a school contribution, parental donations and Gift Aid over a three-year period. - Parental donations are operated by the Donation Management Scheme (DM) via Digital Poverty Alliance Donation Management Service. - The suggested monthly parental donation is £14 per month over the three year period - there are one and two year options also available. - As well as the device, the donations will cover all parts and repairs; software updates; re-imaging; and technical support for 3 years, irrespective of your preferred donation plan. **If you require further information or are concerned about the monthly donations please get in touch directly with Mr Jethwa at s.jethwa@bishopchalloner.bham.sch.uk** #### #### The Programme [YouTube video](https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/zWfZJV-W38A?rel=0) #### Year 7 2026/2027 Cohort Please follow the link below to sign the Direct Debit Form. You can also find these links under policies within the online Application in Applicaa. #### #### Payment Plan | **Term** | **Link** | **Cost per month** | |---|---|---| | 1 Year (12 months) | | £45 | | 2 Years (24 months) | | £22.50 | | 3 Years (36 months) | | £15 | Netbook Enquiries For all enquiries please email **netbookenquiries@bishopchalloner.bham.sch.uk** Below are some simple guides on how to use your netbook. [YouTube video](https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/5Im87VPQZ_0?rel=0) [YouTube video](https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/l5Ij7nUy9UQ?rel=0) [![](https://www.bishopchalloner.org.uk/images/Netbook_Programme(1).jpg)](https://schools.digitalpovertyalliance.org/bishopchallonerparent) ### Year 7-11 - [A Warm Welcome](https://www.bishopchalloner.org.uk/a-warm-welcome) - [Admissions & Appeals](https://www.bishopchalloner.org.uk/information-about-our-school/admissions) - [Curriculum](https://www.bishopchalloner.org.uk/about/curriculum) - [SEND](https://www.bishopchalloner.org.uk/send) - [Free School Meals](https://www.bishopchalloner.org.uk/about/free-school-meals) - [Library](https://www.bishopchalloner.org.uk/library) - [Netbook Programme](https://www.bishopchalloner.org.uk/about/netbook-programme) - [Instrumental Lessons](https://www.bishopchalloner.org.uk/about/instrumental-lessons) - [Extra-Curricular](https://www.bishopchalloner.org.uk/extra-curricular-life) - [Examination Information](https://www.bishopchalloner.org.uk/examinations-information) - [Careers](https://www.bishopchalloner.org.uk/about/careers) - [Uniform](https://www.bishopchalloner.org.uk/about/uniform) - [Latest News](https://www.bishopchalloner.org.uk/news) - [Login](https://www.bishopchalloner.org.uk/catholic-college/login) - [Year 9 Pathways](https://www.bishopchalloner.org.uk/about/careers/year-9-pathways) - [Parent Information](https://www.bishopchalloner.org.uk/parent-information) ![Bishop Challoner Catholic College](https://files.schudio.com/bishop-challoner-catholic-college/images/logo/logo(6).png) ### Bishop Challoner Catholic College Institute Road Kings Heath Birmingham B14 7EG 0121 444 4161 0121 441 1552 ### Social Media - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552167475288) - [X](https://x.com/BishopChalloner) - [Youtube](http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeZYD3XtsauCowKyzMKMfuQ) - [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/bishop-challoner-catholic-college) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/bishopchallonercatholiccollege/#) © Copyright 2017–2026 Bishop Challoner Catholic College School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://www.bishopchalloner.org.uk/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)