Broadband for Schools

Fast, safe and secure broadband for the education sector

At Next Generation, we work closely with leading data providers to bring schools across the north of the UK the fastest fibre broadband available. Our ultra-fast, ultra-reliable broadband provides you with uninterrupted internet connectivity and allows you to focus on what’s important – your students’ education.

School broadband from a trusted, expert provider

We understand the need for schools to keep up to date with technology in order to support the curriculum they’re delivering. To do this, you need a trusted, expert provider. That’s precisely what you get when working with Next Generation. We’ve extensive experience providing schools with full-fibre broadband via FTTP or leased lines and our packages not only have you covered with the best connectivity, they also have you covered when it comes to safeguarding and security.

Ultra-fast, safe broadband made for schools

We deliver full-fibre broadband to primary schools, secondary schools and MATs in the north of the UK, meeting the DfE’s broadband standards for schools. We make protecting your school’s network a priority, which is why our broadband packages have security and safeguarding at the centre.

Through our latest NextGen firewall and safeguarding application with security features designed to defend, filter and monitor traffic, we keep your network secure and your students safe.

Some schools are just looking for a wires-only broadband option, well, we have that covered too. No matter your size, set up or location, we’ll have a broadband solution to meet the demands for your school.

Full-fibre broadband for schools

Our full-fibre broadband delivers lightning-fast speeds directly to your school via FTTP. Your school will benefit from rapid download times and seamless streaming, reducing the risk of losing any learning time due to connectivity issues.

Leased lines for schools

A leased line provides your school with your very own fibre connection. Leased lines are dedicated lines just for your school that you don’t have to share with anyone else. Delivering high-speed, uninterrupted connectivity, your school will benefit from symmetrical upload and download speeds meaning no matter what tasks your school needs to handle, they benefit from the fastest speeds.

At Next Generation, we work with a range of connectivity partners, including CityFibre and Gamma.

To find out what connectivity options are available in your area, head to our broadband checker.

Supporting learning with 4G back up

In the event of broadband downtime, we can keep your team connected with 4G backup SIMs.

Microsoft Teams Safety

Many schools rely on Microsoft Teams which is why we offer safeguarding monitoring for Microsoft Teams. Ensuring your vital communication methods are safely monitored you can rest easy knowing your keeping your staff and students safe.

*Discounts are available for trusts, clusters and academies.

We keep schools connected

Broadband packages
for primary schools

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for secondary schools

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Broadband packages for
MATS and federations

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