Providing faster, safer internet for Aotearoa New Zealand’s schools and kura
We connect
Tūhono
We connect kura to faster, safer internet for learning.
We protect
Tiaki
We help protect kura, kaiako and their ākonga from the worst of the web.
We support
Tautoko
We support kura and IT providers every step of the way, with expertise, tools and insights.
Network for Learning (N4L) is a Crown-owned technology company that connects schools and kura across Aotearoa to safe and reliable internet. We’re one of the largest networks of our kind in the world, and our aim is to support all kaiako and ākonga to teach and learn safely online.
Fully funded
850,000+
2,450+
We’re proud to have been awarded Best Broadband Provider and Best Customer Support – Broadband at the 2022 NZ Compare Awards – Broadband, Energy & Mobile Awards.
To protect schools from the increasing number of cyber threats, we offer industry-leading Email Protection. Fully funded by the Ministry of Education, it gives eligible schools an enhanced level of email security and added peace of mind. Take a look at our FAQs.
“As a small school with no external IT support, N4L set up the new Ministry-funded email protection service on our behalf, making getting on board super easy. It’s great to have the peace of mind knowing that our school has this extra protection in place.”
St Peter Chanel School (Green Island)
Cybersecurity services for schools
With cybersecurity incidents on the rise and security threats becoming more sophisticated, we’re here to help. We’ve teamed up with the Ministry of Education to help improve the cybersecurity posture of schools and kura.
Hornby High School
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