Getting your school ready: devices, internet and the timetable

Virtual labs run in a web browser, so most schools already have much of what they need. A short readiness check avoids problems in the first weeks.

Devices

• Desktop or laptop computers with an up-to-date browser work best.
• One device per pair of learners is a good target.
• Check that screens, keyboards and mice work.

Internet

The labs run in the cloud, so each device needs to be online during lessons.

• Test the speed in the computer room at the time of day lessons will run.
• If bandwidth is limited, schedule fewer simultaneous classes.
• Ask your internet provider about education packages.

Accounts

• Decide who will manage accounts: a lead teacher or the ICT teacher.
• Create teacher accounts first, then student accounts.
• Keep a secure list of logins.

Timetable

• Give each science class a fixed slot in the computer room.
• Agree a shared timetable with the ICT department.
• Leave one free slot a week for catch-up and clubs.

People

• Name a virtual labs champion in the science department.
• Plan a short training session for all science teachers.

First month

Start with one or two classes, solve problems, then expand.

Book a demo and we will run the readiness check with you.