On this page
01. The problem in schools, colleges and training centres02. What the system does for you03. Typical equipment04. How we set it up05. Get a free survey and quote06. FAQ
Quick answer
Schools need Wi-Fi in labs, classrooms and offices, with strong controls on who uses it and for what. A home-style router in the staffroom does not cover a campus.
Real products, live prices, in stock now
See the actual productsLive prices from the Qyvea store
Shop all router products →Key takeaways
- Wi-Fi reaches the office but not the classrooms.
- Students and staff share one network.
- Anyone can use the bandwidth for streaming.
- Computer labs run on slow shared lines.
01The problem in schools, colleges and training centres
Schools need Wi-Fi in labs, classrooms and offices, with strong controls on who uses it and for what. A home-style router in the staffroom does not cover a campus.
- Wi-Fi reaches the office but not the classrooms.
- Students and staff share one network.
- Anyone can use the bandwidth for streaming.
- Computer labs run on slow shared lines.
- Budgets require a phased rollout.
02What the system does for you
Campus coverageAccess points in blocks, labs and halls
Separate networksStaff, students and guests apart
Content filteringBlock unwanted sites (where the firewall supports it)
Lab networkingCabled desks for computer labs
Bandwidth fairnessProtect learning and admin traffic
Phased rolloutCover one block per term if budget is limited
03Typical equipment
| Item | What it is for |
|---|---|
| Access points | Ceiling or wall units that spread Wi-Fi evenly |
| PoE switch | Powers the access points through the network cable |
| Router / firewall | Connects to the internet and protects the network |
| Structured cabling | Cat6 cable runs, patch panel and wall points |
| Controller or cloud management | Manage every access point from one screen |
| UPS | Keeps the network up through power cuts |
Did you know?Every site is different, so we survey first and quote to your layout. Qyvea supplies, installs, configures and trains your staff, and delivers countrywide.
04How we set it up
- 01Free site surveyWe walk the campus, list blocks and count devices.
- 02Plan coverageMark access point positions, cable routes and the rack location.
- 03Choose equipmentAccess points, switches and firewall matched to users and budget.
- 04Install and configureCabling, mounting, network names, guest access and security.
- 05Test and hand overCheck coverage room by room, then train your staff.
05Get a free survey and quote
When to call a professionalTell us about your site and how many counters or tills you run and we will come back with a written quote. We survey Nairobi and the surrounding counties for free, and supply and ship nationwide. Call 0113 301 244 or WhatsApp us.
06Frequently asked questions
Can we do it in phases?
Yes; plan the whole network, then install block by block.
Can we filter websites?
Yes, with a firewall or filtering service; tell us your rules.
Do you connect the CCTV and the library?
Yes; one network can serve all, kept separate by VLANs.
