Breaking down barriers to learning
RM Technology joins forces with the Digital Poverty Alliance to put an end to digital exclusion in education.
Every young person deserves an equal chance to thrive. While most secondary school students need online access for weekly schoolwork, one in five children across the UK still lack a suitable device at home. Many are forced to rely on mobile phones to complete complex assignments.
To tackle this disparity, RM has partnered with the Digital Poverty Alliance (DPA). By integrating our reliable, fully managed one-to-one devices into the DPA’s Tech4Learning scheme, we are providing schools with a sustainable, long-term solution to end digital exclusion.
Discover more about this initiative
One-to-one devices from RM
Learn more about our complete hardware solutions, lifecycle management, and how we deliver classroom confidence.
Digital Poverty Alliance
Visit the DPA’s main hub to read their latest national research, advocacy work, and campaigns to end digital exclusions.
Tech4Learning scheme
Explore the official DPA initiative page to discover about their mission to get technology into the hands of families.
See the solution in action & get involved
See firsthand how The Constellation Trust uses technology to break down barriers to learning. In areas of significant deprivation, the trust ensures that every pupil, regardless of background, receives the same opportunities to thrive and progress.
How can this initiative boost your schools’ budget?
Implementing a one-to-one device programme does not have to stretch your school’s finances. Our partnership with the Digital Poverty Alliance is designed to unlock funding and turn your old, slow computers into cash for your classroom.
Here’s how we can help your budget go further:
Turn donations into 25% extra funding
Because Tech4Learning is backed by a national charity, their portal automatically claims Gift Aid on eligible parental contributions. This adds an extra 25% to those donations, with 90% of the bonus cash granted directly back to your school every quarter.
Up to £150 cashback per device
We integrate HP’s Brighter Future and Lenovo’s ConnectEd schemes into your rollout. You can claim up to £125 back per device from HP or up to £150 from Lenovo when trading in your legacy kit, letting you reinvest back into your digital strategy.
Clear, transparent pricing
Traditional financial platforms often come with hefty monthly or annual software fees. The Tech4Learning portal is for your school or trust to setup and use, ensuring more money goes exactly where it belongs - to your classrooms.
Protect your core IT budget
By introducing an equitable, parent-supported funding model, you remove the heavy burden of hardware purchasing from your central budget. This frees up vital resources, allowing you to invest confidently in broadband, infrastructure, and your staff.
Equity through innovation
Technology brings learning to life, supporting every student – including those with special educational needs – through personalised, accessible experiences.
Collaborative infrastructure
SharePoint enables seamless collaboration across trust functions such as safeguarding, estates, and finance – sharing insights and maintaining trust-wide consistency.
Personalised learning at scale
Interactive technology supports communication, enables personalised approaches, and builds student confidence by making learning accessible through movement, touch, and engagement.
Future-proofing education
Strategic tech investment helps the trust stay ahead - preparing learners for a digital world.
How the process works
Managing a school-wide device rollout can feel overwhelming. Working with RM, and utilising the DPA’s portal, simplifies the entire administrative loop from start to finish.
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Step 1: Get in touch
Reach out to our friendly education team, via the contact us form below. We will have a quick chat about your school’s vision, your digital goals, and how we can support your learners together.
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Step 2: Design your ideal setup
We sit down to look at what your school needs. We will help you choose the best student-ready devices and build a clear, transparent funding plan tailored to your school community.
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Step 3: Open your donation portal
We set up your custom, easy-to-use Tech4Learning page. It is entirely free for your school, making it simple and secure for parents or community members to contribute what they can.
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Step 4: Claim your hardware cashback
We help you trade in your legacy computers through HP or Lenovo cashback schemes, turning your old kit into valuable cash to lower your rollout costs.
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Step 5: Deliver classroom confidence
RM prepares, tests, and delivers your new devices so they are ready to use from day one. We handle all the ongoing support, insurance, and warranties, keeping your IT teams happy and your students learning.
Why we must bridge the gap
The Digital Poverty Alliance drives deep research into technology-enhanced learning to eliminate exclusion. The numbers show why your school’s digital strategy matters now more than ever:
Impact area |
The current reality |
The educational outcome |
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Daily schoolwork |
90% of secondary students must complete online tasks weekly. |
Balanced, blended learning in the classroom and at home. |
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Exam readiness |
Disadvantaged pupils frequently lag behind peers without a personal device. |
Improved literacy, numeracy, and baseline digital skills for GCSEs, A-Levels, and T-Levels. |
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Future prospects |
57% of low-income families struggle to afford a device. 90% of job vacancies are posted online. |
Essential digital literacy that unlocks apprenticeships, higher education, and future careers. |
Ready to empower your students?
Get in touch to see how easily you can bring one-to-one devices to your classrooms.