What is Connect the Classroom?
If your school is eligible for DfE Connect the Classroom funding, you can deploy tailored networking solutions from Cisco Meraki, HPE Aruba, Cambium and Unifi - and by partnering with Converge, you'll benefit from the experience of over 420 completed projects.


Why Choose Converge for your Connect the Classroom programme?
As one of the leading suppliers to the DfE Connect the Classroom programme, Converge has successfully delivered over 420 Connect the Classroom solutions across the UK since its launch. Our dedicated teams have been instrumental in helping schools and the education sector enhance their infrastructure, providing reliable technology and support services that drive educational excellence.
What We Can Guarantee
If you choose to work with us, here’s what we can guarantee:
- You’ll be supported by your Converge teams throughout – from the technical staff you speak to at the beginning of the process through to the account managers, project managers, and on-site cablers and installers.
- Wide choice of vendors – Converge can work with any of the DfE's recommended CTC vendors, including Cisco Meraki, Aruba, Cambium and Unifi.
- Experience – Converge delivered 420+ projects through the CTC scheme and is already well-versed in the process and how best to support schools and MATs. Plus, we’ve delivered solutions to the education sector for over 30 years, so you can be sure you’re in safe hands.
- Active hardware that meets the DfE's School Output Specification, with Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ac) and Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) Access Points that provide secure, side-wide coverage.
- Converge holds the highest level of Cisco Meraki partner accreditation possible, including Secure Networking, Core Security and Environmental Sustainability specialisations - so you'll benefit from Cisco's enterprise-level technology in your deployment.
"Our Project Manager is an invaluable asset to both the Co-op Academies Trust and Converge. Our huge Connect the Classroom implementation has been made possible with the hard work, diligence, and flexibility that they have demonstrated whilst delivering this key infrastructure improvement programme of works. From project inception to completion, they have been a golden thread that has ensured equipment was ordered on time, installed when required within a school environment and configured whilst working with our IT team to complete a timely handover. Our Connect the Classroom project has been a huge success, and this has largely been possible thanks to the dedication that they have put into this very important work. I would highly recommend working with Converge on any IT projects."
“Converge really listens to its customers. It’s not just about selling the product to you that is just fit for purpose. They’ll work closely with you to determine your exact requirements and suggest the best product for your needs. And, if you have a budget in mind, they’ll try and fit within that.”
Andrew Freeman, Director of ICT Services, Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust
“I have huge confidence in Converge – in their abilities and their teams. Converge’s partnership with Cisco Meraki meant they had a clear understanding of the products from day one, and I had confidence they could secure the stock we needed. Everyone I dealt with at Converge was competent and professional.”
Andrew Freeman, Director of ICT Services, Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust
Connect your classrooms with the latest, education tailored networking solutions
Speak to one of our education account managers today to discuss funding options to create a modern learning environment with Converge.


