We collect, securely wipe, refurbish, and place your surplus IT into local schools — with certified data destruction, chain-of-custody documentation, and ESG impact reporting.
Last reviewed: 20 August 2026
Connected Classrooms is TFix’s programme that securely refurbishes retired business IT and donates it to UK schools and charities. Devices are wiped or destroyed to NIST SP 800-88, repaired where needed, and redeployed to classrooms with measurable social-value and ESG reporting for the donating organisation.
Devices wiped or destroyed before reuse
Ways to contribute — Repair, Recover, Resell
Usable devices sent to landfill
Board-ready Impact Report per project
For businesses upgrading IT, sustainability teams who need documented outcomes, and schools receiving equipment — all with certified data handling throughout.
Give redundant laptops, desktops, or servers a new purpose through secure collection and compliant reuse.
Document digital inclusion outcomes alongside data destruction records for ESG and CSR reporting.
Ensure certified data destruction, chain-of-custody tracking, and full GDPR compliance throughout the process.
Receive refurbished or newly purchased technology that improves digital learning and classroom access.
From collection through to school delivery, every step is documented with compliance records and impact data.
Redundant IT is collected using licensed, GPS-tracked vehicles. Every item is logged on arrival and tracked under our secure chain-of-custody process from pickup to final disposition.
All customer IP is eliminated before any device is reused or donated. Data is wiped to NIST SP 800-88 Rev.2 standards, accounts unlinked, MDM profiles unenrolled, and asset labels removed. Certificates of Destruction are issued per device.
Each device is assessed and graded for reuse, resale, or recycling — with WEEE compliance applied throughout and only tested devices reaching schools.
Refurbished devices are donated directly to local schools, or resale proceeds are reinvested to purchase new classroom equipment — credited under the donor organisation’s name.
Three participation models — all GDPR-compliant and fully traceable, with documentation for ESG reporting.
All models include GDPR-compliant data destruction, GPS-tracked logistics, and documentation for ESG and CSR reporting — a certified, auditable alternative to a direct charity giveaway.
Donated devices are placed into UK schools through our charity partner Business2Schools. If your school needs equipment, tell us below and we’ll match you with suitable donated kit.
Procurement and sustainability teams increasingly need hard numbers, not anecdotes. Connected Classrooms turns a hardware refresh into documented social value — the same outputs your ESG and Social Value Act reporting ask for.
We lead with paperwork, not promises. Every registration below is independently checkable, and every project is delivered against recognised UK standards.
| Credential | Reference | Issued / recognised by | What it proves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waste Carrier Registration | CBDU656692 | Environment Agency | Legal authority to transport and carry controlled waste and end-of-life IT across the UK. |
| WEEE Treatment Exemption (T11) | EXP/UP3043JD | Environment Agency | Authorised to treat waste electrical and electronic equipment for reuse and recycling. |
| ICO Data Protection Registration | ZB787416 | Information Commissioner's Office | Registered to process personal data in line with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. |
| Cyber Essentials | Certified | IASME (NCSC scheme) | Independently verified baseline cyber-security controls protecting your data while in our custody. |
| ADR 1.3 Dangerous Goods Awareness (Driver Training) | Certified | EcoStar (Dangerous Goods Training Online) | Collection drivers are trained to handle and transport equipment containing lithium batteries (UN3481, Class 9) in line with ADR dangerous goods rules. |
Standards we work to
We can supply our registrations, insurance certificates, and sample destruction outputs as part of your supplier due diligence.
Answers to common questions about donating or repurposing your IT equipment through Connected Classrooms.
The programme is open to all UK-based businesses, schools, and public sector organisations looking to donate or repurpose redundant IT equipment. We prioritise schools local to your operations.
We accept laptops, desktops, monitors, tablets, and most standard IT hardware. Servers, networking gear, and peripherals are also accepted, subject to evaluation for reuse, resale, or recycling suitability.
Yes. Every device is securely wiped or physically destroyed to NIST SP 800-88 Rev.2 standards, following UK GDPR and NCSC secure sanitisation guidance. Certificates of Data Destruction are issued for your compliance records.
Connected Classrooms offers three models: Repair & Donate (you cover processing), Recover & Donate (costs recovered through resale), and Resell & Reinvest (we sell and reinvest proceeds into new school equipment). You can choose whichever suits your CSR or ESG goals.
Yes, wherever possible. We prioritise schools in your local area and can work with you to identify preferred recipients. All donations are traceable, and we provide confirmation once deliveries are complete.
Yes. You'll receive a complete Impact Report including data destruction certificates, donation details, and ESG metrics such as CO₂ savings and reuse volumes.
Helpful reads on common questions, real scenarios, and what to expect.
Not for pure commercial resale goals
If the objective is only financial yield from surplus estates, use Asset Recovery directly.
Not for immediate destruction-only mandates
If policy requires immediate non-reuse destruction, use Certified Data Destruction.
Best when community impact is part of governance
This route is strongest for teams balancing secure handling, measurable ESG outcomes, and local education impact.
Still deciding?
Tell us what equipment you have and we'll confirm the best donation model and arrange secure collection.
