Don't Bin IT, Just Flex It

Windows 10 support ends on October 14th 2025. Don't let this deadline force expensive decisions.

The Perfect Storm Facing UK Schools

Security Crisis
Windows 10 support is ending, leaving millions of school devices vulnerable to evolving cybersecurity risks.

Budget Constraints
Replacing your institution's hardware costs an average of £150,000-£200,000 for a typical 500-device fleet.

Environmental Responsibility
UK schools already contribute to electronic waste by disposing of 626,400 devices annually.

There are typically three solutions schools will turn to:

Undertake a full IT refresh that's both financially and environmentally damaging

Commit to an expensive extended support contract that solves nothing long-term

Do nothing and hope that a cyberattack doesn't target your institution

ChromeOS Flex: The Strategic Solution You've Been Waiting For

Breathe New Life into Your Existing Hardware

✓ Lightning-Fast Performance: Devices boot in 6 seconds, not minutes
✓ Broad Compatibility: Works on most devices from the last decade
✓ 600+ Certified Models: From Dell, HP, Lenovo, Acer and more

Enterprise-Grade Security That Actually Works

✓ Built-in Protection: Sandboxing blocks threats before they spread
✓ Automatic Updates: Security patches deploy seamlessly in the background
✓ Cloud-First Data: Lost device? Disable it instantly, from anywhere
✓ No Antivirus Needed: Save money on third-party security software

Simplified Management That Saves Time

✓ Single Dashboard: Manage your entire fleet from one cloud-based console
✓ Remove Deployment: Convert devices without touching them physically
✓ 60% Less Admin Time: Free your IT admin to focus on innovating for education
✓ Unified Ecosystem: ChromeOS Flex devices work alongside existing Chromebooks

ChromeOS Flex vs Traditional Approaches

Option 1:
Replace with Windows 11

Hardware = £175,000
IT Management = £40,000
Total = £215,000

Option 2:
Windows 10 Extended Support

ESU Licences = £3,500
IT Management = £40,000
Eventual Replacement = £175,000
Total = 218,500

Option 3:
ChromeOS Flex

Hardware = £0
Chrome Education Upgrade = £14,000
Reduced IT Management = £15,000
Energy Savings = -£5,000
Total = £24,000

Reduce your costs by 90% and free up £190,000+ for teaching, learning and student support with ChromeOS Flex

Leading Sustainability in Education

Every device you save from landfill prevents:

200kg CO2e emissions from manufacturing replacement
Contribution to the UK's 23.9kg per-person annual e-waste problem
Loss of valuable rare earth materials

For a 500-device fleet, ChromeOS Flex saves:

100 tonnes of CO2e emissions
£190,000+ that would have been spent on replacements
Hundreds of devices from unnecessary disposal

Using ChromeOS Flex positions your school as a sustainability leader while meeting your budget constraints. It's a win-win!

Your Risk-Free Path to Modernisation

Try Before You Commit

Verify compatibility with your hardware by testing ChromeOS Flex on a few devices without permanent changes by using the "Try it first" USB boot option.

Pilot with Confidence

Start with a single lab or department. Purchase your Chrome Education Upgrades from Getech to test management features and gather feedback.

Deploy at Scale

Smaller rollouts can easily be achieved via USB installation, or, for large estates, utilise remote deployment tools and automatic enrollment in the Google Admin Console.

Realise the Benefits

Achieve security compliance immediately, cut your energy bills overnight, simplify ongoing IT management and promote more sustainable technology practices.

Ready to Flex Your IT Strategy?

Don't let the Windows 10 deadline force expensive, wasteful decisions.

As Google's #1 Education Premier Partner in the UK and Ireland, we're here to guide your school or academy trust through every step of your ChromeOS journey.

Get in touch with our experts for more information.