Connect
to faster, safer internet
We design a network based on your school’s needs, actively manage the connection, and continue to develop new ways to make it safer and more secure.
With reliable internet, teachers can focus on teaching, and ākonga can access more ways to learn.
Fully funded
900,000+
2,470+
As part of the Ministry of Education’s Te Mana Tūhono programme, we’re working to upgrade school network equipment across Aotearoa to ensure a safer, more seamless Wi-Fi experience for ākonga. We’ll support you through each phase of the upgrade.
Equipment Support
We provide warranty support to ensure your switches and wireless equipment continue to run smoothly until your equipment can be replaced as part of the upgrade.
Equipment Replacement
We work with you to design your school’s network, order the required equipment and then install the next-generation wireless technology.
Secure Access
We ensure every user and device accessing your network is authorised to do so, making your school’s Wi-Fi more secure and giving you more control.
Managed Network Upgrade
In 2025, N4L commenced the Managed Network Upgrade which involved replacing school firewalls for more than 2,540 schools and kura across Aotearoa before they reached end-of-life; and switching to a new internet connection.
The new Managed Network enables enhanced safety and security features to help keep ākonga safer as they learn online, providing schools with a robust, scalable digital platform that helps future-proof internet and cybersecurity services with a next-generation firewall, cybersecurity technologies and advanced web filtering.
The transition of schools to N4L’s new service began in February 2025 and was completed by June 2026. You can read more about the Managed Network Upgrade here.
Satellite for Schools
The Satellite for Schools programme provides Starlink technology to eligible schools and kura that struggle with internet connection due to their remote locations.
Funded by the Ministry of Education, and installed and connected by N4L and 2degrees, the technology connects schools to high-speed internet. This enables them to access our fully funded Internet Safety & Security Services, helping protect kaiako and ākonga online.
How faster, more reliable internet transforms learning at Kāpiti College
Since their Equipment Replacement upgrade in October 2024, which replaces school Wi-Fi equipment, Kapiti College is experiencing a faster, more seamless Wi-Fi connection – helping them unlock new ways of teaching and learning. Watch Kāpiti College story here.
Spotlight on Pukeatua Primary School
Discover how Pukeatua Primary School is using digital technology to enable exciting and innovative experiences in and outside the classroom. Teacher Mark inspires his students with 3D printing and rocket building. Watch Pukeatua Primary School’s story here.
Bringing the world to our children
When this small rural school upgraded their Wi-Fi network, they were able to bring the world to the children and open up learning possibilities. Find out how we helped give them a safer and more seamless network. Watch Windwhistle School’s story here.