Whangaparāoa College

2025 START DATES

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Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)


Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)

We are a BYOD school. All of our learners are required to bring their own device to use each day to improve engagement and achievement in their learning. We find a Laptop or Chromebook most compatible with the digital learning platforms we use.

Below are links to help you get started, troubleshoot issues and other useful information.

Minimum Specifications / Device Guide

Student User Agreement / Guidelines for Learners

​Independent information on buying a device (including refurbished and afterpay options)

BYOD - Getting Started (For Year 7 and new learners)

BYOD - Getting on the Wi Fi (For all learners)

BYOD - Printing (For Chromebooks, Windows and Mac devices)

Getting started with Google Classroom

Information for Parents

Staying Safe Online

Accessing School Accounts From Home

If you are experiencing financial hardship you may be able to eek assistance from WINZ by presenting this letter https://wgpcollege.ibcdn.nz/media/2023_06_09_2023-byod-letter.pdf

For details about eligibility, please visit the WINZ website https://www.workandincome.govt.nz/eligibility/children/school-uniforms-and-stationery.html