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School Shops and Canteens POS Bundle: What Is in the Box

A school canteen POS bundle is a short list of parts that work together. Quote it by size, install it in a day and train the owner before you leave.

A queue at your till is a sale walking out of the door.

Read on: it takes a few minutes and could save you a lot more than that.

In this guide you will see:
  • POS terminals
  • Barcode or card readers
  • Receipt printer
By Qyvea LimitedPublished 2026-10-16Updated 2026-10-163 min read
On this page01. What is in the bundle02. Sizes to quote03. How we install it04. Day-one checklist05. Extras worth offering06. Available now at Qyvea07. Get a quote08. FAQ
School Shops and Canteens POS Bundle: What Is in the Box
Quick answer

A school canteen POS bundle is a short list of parts that work together. Quote it by size, install it in a day and train the owner before you leave.

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Key takeaways

  • POS terminals
  • Barcode or card readers
  • Receipt printer
  • Cash drawer

01What is in the bundle

A good bundle means the owner buys one thing, not twelve. This is the list we use for school shops and canteens.

ItemWhy a school canteen needs it
POS terminalsFast sales at several counters
Barcode or card readersScan the item or tap the card
Receipt printerRecords and receipts
Cash drawerCash from staff and visitors
Customer displayTotal visible to the pupil
UPSKeeps service going

02Sizes to quote

SizeWhat to put in the quote
Small canteenTerminal, scanner, printer, drawer
Two-counter canteenSecond terminal and card readers
Large schoolPer-counter sets and a back office

03How we install it

  1. 01
    Visit and measureWe look at the serving hatch, the queue path and the storeroom and place counters so the line does not block doors.
  2. 02
    Choose the sizePick the small, medium or large bundle that matches the site, and add extras only where they earn their place.
  3. 03
    Cable, power and fitEquipment placed, cable run, UPS fitted so the POS survives a power cut.
  4. 04
    Set up and testProducts, prices or ticket lines entered, then a full test with a real customer and a real receipt or ticket.
  5. 05
    Train and hand overThe owner and staff run it themselves before we leave, and keep a one-page cheat sheet.

04Day-one checklist

  • Menu and prices entered
  • Pupil cards issued
  • Parent top-up tested
  • Rush-hour practice run
  • Owner sees the daily sales

05Extras worth offering

Offer these after the main bundle is agreed. Each one solves a problem the owner already has.

  • Queue system for the lunch rush
  • Second serving counter
  • Feedback buttons
  • Price displays

06Available now at Qyvea

These are real products from the Qyvea store with live prices. Delivery is across Kenya, free in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000.

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07Get a quote

When to call a professionalTell us the size of the business and we will quote the full bundle, supplied, delivered and installed if you want it. Call 0113 301 244 or WhatsApp us.

08Frequently asked questions

Can pupils use cards?

Yes, with card readers and software.

Can parents top up?

Depends on the software.

Can I limit spending?

Yes. We set this up with you during installation, and your staff can change it later.

Is it safe for children?

It reduces cash handling.

Why customers choose Qyvea

Genuine brandsManufacturer warranty on what we sell, so you are not gambling on the box.
One team, start to finishThe people who advise you also install and support it.
Fast answersWhatsApp replies usually within 30 minutes, and delivery within 24 hours in Nairobi.
Easy to buyPay by M-Pesa, bank transfer or card. Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000.
Risk taken off you7-day returns and exchanges on products, and a workmanship warranty on installations.
Customers say soRated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews.

Your next step takes one minute: send us a photo of the place on WhatsApp and we will tell you what it needs.

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