New Products & Services
Revolutionary Printing Scheme for Schools
T
he Free Printers for Education scheme from D&E Office Solutions provides top-of-the-range colour printers, delivered and fully installed and set-up
on-site. The school then benefits from unlimited black and colour toner cartridges, servicing and technical call-outs if required - all provided free of charge. Payment is made on the basis of the number of prints you make. Chris Goodrich, ICT Manager of Mountbatten School Romsey, trialled the
scheme: “Although sceptical at first, I can honestly say that this is a unique offering that has saved my school just under £1000 in printer consumables in our first year. It’s straightforward, transparent and there’s no capital expenditure or rental agreement,” he said. There are a range of plans to suit the requirements of almost any school
and after six months it is possible to review and change your plan if required.
u0845 389 0390 uwww.freeprintersforeducation.org/fpe6
The maths revolution
A
revolution in maths learning for children is on the way to Britain. It is already operating in 32 countries with a tried and tested formula
that’s boosted the skills and job potential of thousands of youngsters. The worldwide Helen Doron Educational Group, founded by British-born linguist Helen Doron, is planning to launch classes in towns and cities across the UK, using its fun teaching and learning system. “Maths is a vital part of everyday life, but many children are intimidated and confused at an early stage, and never go on to reach their full potential in the subject,” said Helen. “Our MathRiders programme quickly eliminates this fear, helping them rediscover their natural love of learning and improving their skills. The highly-respected educational franchise organisation – 25 years old this year – has already stamped its brand of teaching and learning on thousands of youngsters across the world, Teachers, who could be either part-time or full-time, undergo an intensive training programme The organisation says the
classes and educational franchise are likely to appeal to a wide range of people, including teachers and those in nursery education.
uwww.helendorongroup.com u01288 357788
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uwww.bott-group.com
April 2010
Storage in refurbishment projects
W
ith the summer months approaching and refurbishment projects in the pipeline, storage can play an important role in ensuring the
refreshed learning environment meets future requirements. Clive Woodward from bott comments: If educational establishments are going to invest in modernising and
upgrading the building’s interior, then they need to make sure the storage doesn’t let them down. When it comes to its specification, there are numerous solutions that can help enhance the new environment and positively impact on the way pupils and teachers interact. For example, space is often at a premium, particularly with classroom
sizes increasing, so storage and workstations that make best use of the available area are a must. If a room features pillars which stand out from the wall, then worktops can be shaped around them, reducing gaps. Island benches, which use hexagonal worktops and pedestal cabinets, are ideal for creating working areas for groups. Investing in storage indicates that items such as files, books,
workshop tools and equipment, are to be kept in an orderly fashion. So, go a step further with neat interior configurations. Adjustable dividers, boxes and troughs can all ensure items are properly stored for efficiency, safety and inventory management. Also using cupboards, cabinets or workstations to maximum potential means fewer units may be required. While storage is often chosen for its practicality and seen as a
necessity, it can also offer aesthetic benefits. A choice of colour schemes, ergonomic handles, smooth edges and contemporary designs all add to the quality finish. Superior build will also ensure durability and longevity for more economical lifecycle costs.
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