About
Network for Learning (N4L) is a Crown-owned technology company that provides faster, safer internet for Aotearoa New Zealand’s schools and kura.
We’re committed to improving digital learning experiences and educational outcomes for all, and we’re driven by developing smart digital technologies, simply delivered – so kaiako and ākonga can focus on teaching and learning.
Purpose
Improve digital learning experiences and educational outcomes for all.
Impact
Empower all learners with smart technology, simply delivered to foster confidence, active participation and lifelong learning.
Whau Valley School
Annual Reports and corporate publications
We’re proud to be recognised
NZ Compare Power & Broadband Awards
2022 Winner – Broadband Provider of the Year
2022 Winner – Best Customer Support (Broadband)
2021 Finalist – Best Customer Support (Broadband)
2020 Finalist – Best Innovation in Education & Training
Reseller News Innovation Awards
2023 Finalist – Management Excellence (Partner)
2021 Finalist – Tech (Security)
2021 Finalist – Partner (Collaboration)
2020 Winner – Entrepreneurship (Technical Excellence)
2020 Finalist – Partner (Corporate Citizen)
CIO50 Awards
RUCKUS Awards
2024 Winner – ANZ Education Partner of the Year
2023 Winner – ANZ Channel Partner of the Year
2021 Winner – ANZ Partner of the Year
Spirit of Service Awards
Our story
N4L started by connecting schools and kura across Aotearoa to reliable internet. Since then, we’ve expanded our offerings to include managed Wi-Fi, cybersecurity, and safety services that help protect ākonga online and support our purpose to improve digital learning experiences and educational outcomes for all.
2012
It all begins
N4L is established to deliver managed technology services for schools
2013
The first school is connected
Massey Primary, Auckland becomes the first school on the Managed Network
2016
All schools have faster, safer internet
The Managed Network rollout is complete, with 2400+ schools connected to faster, safer internet
DDoS Protection is introduced, improving schools’ defence against cyberattacks
2018
Making more of an impact
DNS Threat Protection is implemented, increasing online protection for ākonga
TUANZ Awards: Broadband Provider of the Year & Best Specialist Provider
2019
We took the network to another level
The Managed Network Upgrade rollout is complete, with advanced web filtering
Schools and kura benefit from advanced DDoS protection
2020
Wi-Fi and safety advances
Managed Wi-Fi services are introduced, including Wi-Fi Equipment Replacement and Secure Access starting with Springdale School
Internet safety & security baseline is established for schools
Switch on Safety is released for safer home learning during Covid-19
Remote Access is launched, enabling a secure, remote connection for kaiako during Covid-19
2022
Security and speed advances
Email Protection is launched, helping safeguard school inboxes
Security Operation Centre is set-up, with 24/7 cyber threat monitoring for 900,000 users
First school, Wellington College, is connected to HyperFibre
2023
Satellite connections
Satellite for Schools is launched, improving internet access for remote schools
2024
Big steps for cybersecurity
NCSC’s Malware Free Networks feed is integrated, enhancing Cybersecurity Services
2025
Enhancing services for schools
MyN4L is launched, enabling more visibility and control for schools
The next generation Managed Network Upgrade begins with Mountain View School