A number of vendors have portals/online stores that College parents/carers can use to research and\or purchase laptops and other items. There are also a number of other retail stores in the local area that have advised that they are able to provide suitable laptops and other items to KGSC parents/carers.
To ensure the best value for money, parents/carers are encouraged to research laptops and other items (please see minimum specifications and required items for the BYOD Program) across a wide range vendors and retailers to obtain quotes to ensure that the best possible price can be negotiated.
A low cost laptop may not always be best option over the long term.
It is important to consider the "total costs of ownership” including warranty, technical support arrangements and components. Ensure that the device is suitable for use in a school BYOx program, rather than for home or business office use.
The following documents may be of use when comparing laptops to make a purchasing decision:
Education suppliers have experience in supplying devices which have been evaluated by the Department of Education for use with school students, and may be able to provide a cost effective suitable device and warranty and technical support arrangements (eg next day on site repairs).
Many vendors offer finance plans, hiring and/or leasing options. Purchase, finance and lease agreements are private arrangements between the parent/caregiver and the vendor. The College and the P&C take no responsibility for any private finance arrangements.
All issues with laptop purchases or technical issues need to be taken up with the vendor, not the College or the P&C.
Vendor Information & Purchasing Advice
The College accepts no responsibility for any content of information provided on vendor portals. These portals are made available as a service to parents and carers to assist with purchasing devices and other required items. The College does not endorse or recommend any particular laptop make, model or brand. Parents and carers are encouraged to research available options and compare products to ensure they are getting the best value for money.
Vendors are provided with information about the College's BYOx program, including the minimum device specifications and required items. However, each vendor is solely responsible for the products, packages and offers listed on their portals and online stores. These offerings may be changed or updated without notice.
Parents and carers are responsible for ensuring that any device or items purchased meet the minimum specifications and requirements of the College's BYOx program
As of November 10, 2026
- Hewlett Packard (HP)
- Umart
- JB Hi-FI
- Next Technologies
Need assistance?
Please email BYOxSupport@kelvingrovesc.eq.edu.au, alternatively please contact the Head of Department, eLearning on (07) 3552 7333 during term time.