ICT Support for Dudley Schools

ICT Excellence: A Future Beyond DGfL

Seamlessly switch your school’s ICT provision from Dudley Grid for Learning (DGfL) and RM to Tel Group.

Ensure a smooth, uninterrupted transition from the DGfL ICT agreement to Tel Group before August 2025.

As schools prepare to transition from the DGfL agreement with Dudley Council and RM by August 2025, Tel Group is here to support a seamless and cost-effective ICT transformation.

This transition is a chance to review your IT provision, explore tailored solutions, save money, and enhance support for students and staff.

Transition Your Current IT Provision from DGfL:

IT Support – On-Site & Remote
Digital Safeguarding – Smoothwall & Cyber Security
Broadband – FTTP, SoGEA & Leased Lines
MIS Support – SIMS
Cloud Solutions – VoIP, Wi-Fi, Servers & Backups

Ensure a smooth switch from DGfL to Tel Group before August 2025.

FREE TRANSITIONAL SUPPORT

To ensure a seamless transition, we offer free pre-contract changeover support from the moment you choose us until your current contract ends. This includes free remote support and agreed on-site technician visits.

Transitioning Your School’s ICT Support Beyond DGfL

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ICT Excellence Beyond DGfL

Explore Your Options Before August 2025

Our team will assess your current provision and design a bespoke ICT support package tailored to your budget and requirements. This will include clear timelines and a detailed strategy to meet your needs.

Managed ICT Services for Schools

Navigating the Future Beyond Your DGfL Contract

RM and Dudley Council's Dudley Grid for Learning (DGfL) Agreement ends in August 2025, Transition your ICT Support for Dudley Schools to Tel Group

Dudley Grid for Learning (DGfL) Contract Expiry

Embrace change to unlock the full potential of your ICT strategy

The DGfL agreement with Dudley Council and RM ends in August 2025, giving schools the chance to explore alternative ICT suppliers.

Switching providers may seem challenging, but it opens opportunities for cost savings, growth, and fresh solutions.

Key services to consider as you transition include:

IT Support
Digital Safeguarding
Broadband
MIS Support
Cloud Solutions

Personalised, Expert Support from Tel Group

Choosing the right ICT supplier for your school

Tel Group can assist affected schools with the transition from your ICT Managed Services from DGfL from start to finish.

Our team of local experts will create custom IT packages with personalised support to help you plan, implement, and maintain solutions tailored to your school’s short- and long-term needs, all in line with DfE standards.

Local Expertise
Tailored IT Solutions
Seamless Migration
Future-Proof Solutions
Reliable Delivery

Your Transition to Tel Group

Our streamlined roadmap ensures a smooth and effective transition from DGfL to Tel Group for your school’s IT.

Step 1

Initial Consultation & IT Audit:

Meet virtually or in person to assess IT needs and review current infrastructure

Step 2

Proposal of Tailored Solutions:

Our team will build a custom IT package with cost, specs, and service options

Step 3

Preparation & Strategy:

We will thoroughly plan the transition with clear timelines and assigned actions

Step 4

Infrastructure & Data Management:

We will inventory assets, back up data, and plan updates ready for migration

Step 5

Migration, Setup & Integration:

Once ready, our team will migrate data securely, set up new systems, and integrate into your IT

Step 6

Training, Testing & Ongoing Support:

The partnership doesn’t stop here, we will train staff, test systems, and provide ongoing support

FREE TRANSITIONAL SUPPORT

Penwortham Girls School

ICT Support Testimonial

I contacted Tel Group when we struggled to recruit an IT Network Manager. Over the past 12 months, we’ve worked closely with TEL to develop the support needed, and we’re very happy with both the in-house and remote teams.

We gain access to expertise beyond our school, while maintaining the same setup as before. We’re very happy with the result.

Andrea Barnes – School Business Manager
Christ Church CE Primary School, Streatham

ICT Support Testimonial

We couldn’t be happier with the IT support from Tel Group. Their team is innovative, supportive, and always available. Whether it’s a quick fix or a complex issue, they respond promptly and efficiently, ensuring minimal disruption.

What sets Tel Group apart is their realistic problem-solving—they don’t just offer temporary fixes but long-term solutions tailored to our needs and budget. We also appreciate their clear, jargon-free explanations, making IT accessible to everyone.

Our dedicated account manager provides proactive support, ensuring our systems run smoothly. The strong relationship we’ve built with the team makes us feel valued and supported.

We highly recommend Tel Group to any school seeking reliable, forward-thinking IT support—they’re more than a service; they’re a trusted partner.

Charlotte Purcell – Headteacher
Achievement through Collaboration MAT

ICT Support Testimonial

Tel Group provide our IT support services across the schools within our Trust. This includes a full-time network manager, onsite IT technician, Trust manager and back up support.

Tel Group identified and resolved long-standing IT issues across the Trust, recommending and implementing cost-effective solutions. They diagnosed critical server failures, advised on remedies, and installed a new backup system and server. Additionally, they conducted DfE-funded Connect the Classroom audits for our schools and installed the approved equipment. They also guided schools on DfE and RPA compliance for monitoring, filtering, and cyber security to meet statutory requirements.

Tel Group provide an excellent service to our schools and Trust. We have built up a great professional partnership that provides us with technical advice, support and delivery.

We are delighted with the service they provide and I would recommend Tel Group without reservation.

Tracy Harrison – Deputy CEO
Walgrave and Pitsford Primary School – Federation

ICT Support Testimonial

We engaged the services of Tel Group back in early 2021 for the installation of a new phone system across our federation. Following the success of this, we met with Joe to discuss rising costs in schools and the decision was made to switch our broadband and IT support over to them.

IT can be unpredictable, but Tel Group has significantly minimised issues with their swift responses, practical advice, and reliable support. Their dedication makes a real difference—long may it continue!

Gail Brealey – School Business Manager