Broadband for Schools & Colleges: Leased Lines and Full-Fibre (FTTP)
A fast, reliable broadband connection is the foundation of every modern school, college, and multi-academy trust.
From cloud-based MIS platforms and safeguarding systems to digital learning tools and exams, connectivity drives everything.
At Clarion Communication Management, we specialise in DfE-compliant broadband solutions tailored for the education sector.
Whether your site needs a dedicated leased line or an ultrafast full-fibre (FTTP) connection, we’ll deliver a safe, secure, and scalable service that staff and students can rely on.
Key Benefits for Education
- DfE-Compliant Performance: All solutions meet or exceed Department for Education guidelines — 100 Mbps / 30 Mbps minimum for primary, and 1 Gbps symmetrical capability for secondary and further education
- Unlimited Usage & Low Latency: Seamless performance across cloud apps, MIS systems, VoIP and video learning platforms
- Flexible Bandwidth Control: Increase or reduce capacity as required — dial back during holidays and save on costs
- UK-Based 24/7 Support: Our dedicated education specialists are on hand whenever you need assistance
- Free Installation & End-to-End Service: From initial audit through activation, we handle everything to minimise downtime
- Secure, Safe, and Filtered: Compliant with education safeguarding and content-filtering requirements
Leased Lines vs Full-Fibre (FTTP): What’s the Difference?
Both options deliver high-speed internet, but they serve slightly different needs:
- Full-Fibre (FTTP) – The most popular choice for small to medium-sized schools. A pure fibre connection from the exchange directly into your premises delivers download speeds up to 1 Gbps, minimal latency, and exceptional reliability.
- Leased Lines – A dedicated, private connection ideal for larger schools, colleges, or MAT headquarters. You’ll get symmetrical upload and download speeds (up to 100 Gbps), guaranteed bandwidth, 99.999% uptime, and a 5-hour SLA.
Not sure which is right for your site? Our team will benchmark both options and recommend the best fit for your bandwidth needs, growth plans, and budget.
TALK TO US ABOUT YOUR BROADBAND OPTIONS
SMART SCHOOL HOLIDAY BROADBAND
Lower Costs When School’s Out – Same Fast, Reliable Service All Year Round
With Clarion’s Smart School Holiday Broadband, your school can benefit from discounted broadband charges during the holidays – without compromising on performance.
You’ll stay fully connected during exams, inset days and admin periods, while cutting your annual broadband spend.
- ✅ Always-on service
- ✅ DfE-compliant speeds
- ✅ Lower costs when your classrooms are empty
👉 Learn more about Smart School Holiday Broadband
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Madeley Academy
"Clarion provided the Academy with quality products, both quickly and with attentive Customer Service throughout. A great company to deal with." -
IT Manager - IntoUniversity"Clarion advise extensively on IntoUniversity’s voice and data infrastructure. They take care to ensure any of the exceptional services they put forward clearly match our needs and budget – all with an eye to the future. A great company, great products and great people to work with. We wholeheartedly recommend them."
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IT Network Manager, Rutlish School
"Clarion were outstanding from planning to set up and implementation. The team delivered a 1st Class platform in record time. I have never seen a system be adopted by our staff as well as this. Hats off...Amazing!"
"Clarion provided the Academy with quality products, both quickly and with attentive Customer Service throughout. A great company to deal with."
"Clarion were outstanding from planning to set up and implementation. The team delivered a 1st Class platform in record time. I have never seen a system be adopted by our staff as well as this. Hats off...Amazing!"
