💻 BYOD at Tahuna 2026

By: Rob Wells | Posted: Wednesday December 10, 2025

For the Tahuna 2026 year, it remains highly recommended that students bring their own device (BYOD) to school so we can continue to reach our goal of one-to-one devices.

The amount of digital content that students are using today to access the curriculum is massive. Literally, every day students are using a device to support their learning. Ideally, a one-to-one device situation would be awesome for our students.

There are many benefits to bringing your own device:

  • The device will cater for your child’s digital learning needs through to High School.

  • Your child will maximise their access to digital devices both at school and at home.

  • Your child learns self-management and responsibility.

Students who bring their digital device will be connected to our ultra-fast network. The best devices for this are a Chromebook, laptop, or tablet (smart phone screens are too small and can not be used for online assessments). This gives students regular access to their own device when working with our digital programs or doing assessments. Another great benefit is that students are already familiar with their device. There are no pre-set apps to purchase as most of our content is web-based.

⚙️ Recommended Device Specifications

To ensure your child’s device is effective for their learning, we strongly recommend it meets these minimum specifications for longevity and reliable operation:

  • Screen Size: Minimum 10 inches (to comfortably view resources and complete assessments).

  • Keyboard: Must have a dedicated, physical keyboard (either built-in or detachable).

  • Battery Life: Must be capable of lasting 6 hours or more to ensure the device lasts a full school day without needing a charger.

  • Memory (RAM): 4GB minimum (8GB is highly recommended for better performance).

  • Wi-Fi: Must be 5GHz capable to connect efficiently to the school's high-speed network.

  • Protection: A durable protective case is highly recommended to prevent damage.

Please feel free to talk with your child's classroom teacher or email robwells@tahuna.school.nz

Ngā mihi

Rob Wells

Year 8 Dean