Prior to the commencement of the school year, parents and students are required to set up their child's iPad as per the overview, app list and iPad setup steps below. Staff will assist with additional setup such as wifi, printing and Firefly once iPads are brought to school. For queries regarding the BYOT program, please email BYOT@stpeters.qld.edu.au.
2027 BYOT iPad Program Overview and Setup Guide
iPad setup to be completed prior to the start of the new school year.
Additional Resources
We recommend following the iPad setup steps outlined in the BYOT Guide above to support the safe and productive use of your child’s iPad at both school and home. The iPad Families Guide by Apple, shared below, is also an excellent resource that explains key iPad features in detail.
Apps
Use the links below to install your iPad apps prior to commencement.
Qustodio
If you are seeking additional parental controls to implement alongside Apple Screen Time (recommended settings are outlined in the BYOT Overview document) you could consider a tool called Qustodio. This tool has been tested and functions effectively with our College filters.
Qustodio enables additional parental control features including:
- Advanced web filtering
- Detailed activity reports
- Time management by app
Monitoring of messages and social media (be mindful of age restrictions with social media)
For more information, visit the Get Started Qustodio page.
Remember that parental control tools are most effective when used alongside clear rules and active monitoring at home.
iPad Setup Troubleshooting
Unable to share a OneDrive folder with your teacher?
Check Screen Time Settings.
Screen Time > Communication - Communication Limits > Allowed Communication > Set to 'Everyone'.