“We welcome the investment in better internet connectivity in schools. As new technology emerges it offers the opportunity to enhance learning, but there has to be equitable access. It is clear that many schools lack the basic infrastructure they need to take advantage of these opportunities. We hope this investment signals an end to education technology developing in a piecemeal fashion and the start of all pupils having the same chance to benefit from this.
“We would also like to see particular attention paid to the additional support that will be required for schools serving the most disadvantaged communities, as well as consideration of staff training where necessary.
“It is important that plans to make digital standards a requirement for all schools do not add to the considerable workload and expectations already placed school leaders.”